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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
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jcoehler
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I had the same issue with the Parasound that Jeffkleinberg describes, lack of loading. Two things led me to purchase the Chinook, number 1 and most important was a home demo with my components in my listening room. The second that helped the process was guidance from a well known vinyl media member who had lot's of experience with both the Chinook and Parasound and told me right up front the Chinook and Delos was magic, listening confirmed this statement.
jawks OP
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Again, thanks for the comments! It's a tough debate right now which unit to get. Parasound vs Ayre vs Chinook. Would love to listen to all three of them but I don't think that will happen.
jeffkleinberg
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Jcoehler,
what tubes are you using in your Chinook? I'm using Amperex 7308's and they are way better than the stock.
jawks OP
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Thanks to all for your thoughts over the last week. I decided to get a Parasound JC3 and was able to get a demo from a local at a really great price. I'll report back with my thoughts in a couple of weeks!
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jcoehler
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I use these now:

http://www.upscaleaudio.com/matsushita-national-pcc88-7dj8/

I really want to try some Amperex 7308's or 6922's - PQ / D-getters but can't afford a set of 4. These Nationals are highly recommended by Kevin at Upscale who also sells the Chinook and for the price, I think they sound really good and will hold me over until I can save up for the 7308 or 6922.
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