Phono preamp comparison: Herron vs. K&K

I know that this doesn't directly answer your question. But I have a VTPH-2 and it is extremely detailed and acurate. A simply stunning phono stage.

Chuck

I would conclude either A, They haven't sold any
or B. No one wants to give theirs up.

I am asking for opinions because I cant compare directly the different units (I am in South America) so I have to rely on fellow audiophiles and reviews.

Of what I read I am confident that these 3 options (and also some others in the same price range) wont be far from right, but still I would like to narrow it down.

I am sure the VTPH-2 is a great unit, but out of my price range.

Stanwal: I think it is probably B because I have seen that a lot of fellow audiogoners have theirs and that all seem very happy and proud.
T.

I am listening to a K&K maxxed out with all of the latest
upgrades (not sure if that makes it a premium or not), and I
can assure you it is staying right here in my system. Kevin
Carter at K&K is great to deal with too. I have not heard the
Herron units.

One thing to keep in mind if you are considering the K&K is the possibility of future upgrades. The very first kit sold can be upgraded to the latest version of the circuit ( I know, i upgraded it for a friend that bought it from me). Kevin prices the upgrade kits based on the part cost, not on the sonic benefit as some do. Charging what they think the market will bear. That could be one reason so few units are available used. You don't have to run out and buy a new unit when an improved version becomes available.