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Oh no , not another phono stage rec

Yes friends it is but with a twist .

I am seeking a phono stage with a warm presentation that will warm up , or come into its own , in a rather short time .
Let me explain . I am currently using the Music Hall MMF 5.1 turntable and their 2.2 model phono stage which is SS .
This 2.2 phono takes @ 7 hours to start to warm up or come into its own to sound decent . My tubed integrated amp takes about 30 minutes and by tubed CDP takes about 45 minutes to get to a nice listenable state . I do prefer tubed equipment for its sound and adjustability .
I live in paradise...central Florida , the lightening capital of the country ! Leaving my equipment plugged in is not an option and that is the twist !

So , a phono stage (tubed ?) that will produce good sound on the warm side of neutral and do it in a time frame commensurate with the other pieces , about 30-45 minutes .
I am using a MM cartridge and would like to keep the price under $1,500 , new or used . Does such an animal exist ?

Thank You
saki70
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pbnaudio
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Judy,

I've commented on this before but will again. The OP was asking for phono stage recommendations, It's is one of my jobs to create product awareness about the products I make so therefore I post in forums like these. Please note that I posted - try - not - buy - the Liberty B2B-1 then stated my affiliation, no accolades, no advertising etc. That is about as benign as it gets.

If the OP chooses he can then seek more information on the B2B-1, order one up and try it risk free, other than shipping, in his own system in his own environment and if it does not tickle his fancy send it back for a refund- how cool is that ?

However when a post like Doak's and your's show up, I have to rebut, plain and simple. As posted before Im extremely proud of the little B2B-1.

Good Listening

Peter
fjn04
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The Heed Quasar is nice sounding unit. I have it in my second system, and it's very enjoyable. I consider myself a tube guy also. Giant slayer for around a grand? Who knows, but it's worth a shot. Dale at Eugene was a pleasure to work with.
judyazblues
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And the promotional, free btw, behavior continues.
It's your job to do this in the forums?
Really?
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pbnaudio
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Judy,

Yes really, Why and what do you think is wrong with it ?

In my first post, 6 words long btw, I prompted the OP to take a look at something I make, let me again state no accolades etc. this gets you bent out of shape, Really ?

Good listening

Peter
dougdeacon
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@Judyazblues,

If Peter were recommending his products without proper disclosure, so that a reader might mistake his views for those of an unbiased observer, we'd all be protesting.

But he didn't, so your complaint is pointless. The OP was made aware that Peter is recommending his own product and can judge accordingly. Picking a fight without contributing something constructive seems unhelpful. (In fact, by prolonging the discussion you've added to the buzz about Peter's products. Are you a plant for PBN? lol)

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@Saki70,

In the way of being helpful, consider a used conrad-johnson preamp. Something like my PV-11 (still going strong after 22 years) would provide exactly the warmth and fairly rapid warm-up you're seeking. So would most other c-j preamps. Used prices range from $500 upward depending on model and condition.

Happy hunting, and happier listening,
Doug
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