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VPI Aries/JMW 10/Lyra Delos -- Phono preamp rec?

Hi - I'm new to this forum and apologize if this question has been asked before, but any recommendations for a phono pre-amp to go well with a VPI Aries with the JMW10 tonearm and a Lyra Delos cartridge? I'd like to replace my Musical Fidelity V-LPS II. Budget ideally under $1500 but willing to consider something a little more expensive of significantly worth it. Thanks!
jawks
bpoletti
1,556 posts
 
Call Keith Herron at Herron Audio ( www.herronaudio.com ) and see if he has any used VTPH-1 phono stages available. They are a great match for Lyra carts.

IMO, a used VTPH-1 would be the absolute best bang for the buck at your price point.
stevecham
3,340 posts
 
Jawks: I wrote a review of Peter's phono stage on Audiogon (and I own one for a solid state system).
jawks OP
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Thanks to all for your ongoing responses! Seems like I've got a number of options to think about here!
icorem
149 posts
 
Check out the BMC mcci. You can read the glowing reviews on stereophile . I own one I bought a demo unit in Germany and this is one of the best phonostages out there.
jawks OP
41 posts
 
That BMC mcci also looks intriguing but unfortunately is out of my price range. How much were you able to get the demo for?
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