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Need an inexpensive phono stage

I know little about the world of vinyl but I'm looking to add a turntable to my current audio system which consists of a Peachtree Nova and OHM Walsh Microtalls. Is there a versatile sub-$150 phono stage I can get to use with the Nova and any inexpensive turntable?

Thanks
rbf1138
mingles
796 posts
 
I second the Cambridge 640P. It's hard to beat in that price range.
rbf1138 OP
64 posts
 
After some research I think I'll probably go with the Musical Fidelity V-LPS Mk. II, although the 640P seems to be a close second. Right now I'm just using a super low-end AT LP60...I know, I know. I've just spent a lot on the amp, dac, speakers, cables and other assorted equipment, so the turntable will have to wait for an upgrade. However, right now I just want to get decent vinyl sound so I'm gonna grab a phono preamp for now.
mechans
3,048 posts
 
Save up and get one for about $500 at that price point there are some really good ones.
slikric3000
638 posts
 
The Yaqin MS-11B or the tubed MS-22B.
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nandric
4,086 posts
 
I just ordered the Jasmine LP 2 in China for my second
system as upgrade for my NAD PP2 which was about $100 .
The NAD was recommended by Sterophile if I remember well.
The NAD is pretty good for the MM carts but not so for
the LOMC's.
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