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The best phono stage out there?

I have recently purchased a basis turntable and was wondering what analog lovers think is the very best phono stage they have heard . I currently use the Sutherland PhD and like it very much but have not really had an opportunity to audition other great phono stages. The cartridge I intend to use is the Dynavector XV-1S .
Thanking you for your opinions
ecka
fap
32 posts
 
G'day all. As an avid DIYer, at least for MM's I never tire of my Elliott Sound Products P06 phono stage.

It is designed for MM's, but is quite suitable for MC's via an SUT. I love the P06 for it's quietness, sonic 'definition', effortless high frequency clarity and realistic bass end. A top phono preamp, in my humble opinion. Regards, Fap.
johnjc
63 posts
 
I heard the Allnic H1500 twice in two seperate systems both times it did a wonderful job with acoustic music but when it came to electric disorted guitars it sounded very muddy to me. I have not heard the 3000
So if you going down that route please hear before you buy the 1500 is not for everyone
cjfrbw
148 posts
 
Dunno, my Allnic phonos shred, rip, grind, sting and bump with the best I have heard. I have been listening to ZZ Top, Cream, Blind Faith and Santana, never sounded better . Of course, it is always advisable to listen to a particular phono staqe if possible for a particular taste in music.
johnjc
63 posts
 
For me it seemed to happen with music that had real drive like the Electric pieces from Casino by Al DiMeola remember being told that it must be production on record from dealer
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topoxforddoc
353 posts
 
Loads to choose from. How about TRON, EAR, ARC Ref, Sutherland PhD to start with.

Which cartridge are you using?

Charlie
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