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Stand out phono stages

This topic has been started before by others and myself as well, maybe too many times, but it is worth revisiting since the source is so very important!
So far I have had the pleasure to enjoy two worthy phono stages: the EAR 834p and the JLTI.
I have to admit they are spectacular. Obviously the record and all the equipment downstream play a role in the sound heard. In some cases I prefer the JLTI and in other cases the EAR. But neither out do the other dramatically.
What phono preamps outshine others by a big margin, those that can be considered the last phono preamp ever needed.
pedrillo
bpoletti
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I heard the following system yesterday: Herron VTPH-2, Herron VTSP-3a, Herron M-1, Herron speakers, VPI Classic 2 and AT-OC9MLII.

I have heard nothing better, nothing that even approaches this set-up. Not even close.

I can't say that the VTPH-2 made all the difference, but it was an integral part of the system. I was shocked with what it did with only an AT-OC9.

Keith Herron isn't at CES or T.H.E.Show this year due to an injury. Too bad others don't get to share this listening experience.
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oregonpapa
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I have 45 hours on my new ARC PH-8. This is a must audition piece if you're considering a phono in this price range. Fantastic!
ebm
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TRON Reference.
pcosta
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Ebm

Did you just get one. I am thinking of adding the Tron Seven Ultimate as second phono to go with my Syren.
ebm
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Friend lent it to me its the best i have heard!!
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