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I'd ask Keith Herron if I could try out as VTPH-2. That would leave plenty left to get a good isolation transformer.

Note that all the signal carrying equipment must be on the same single isolation transformer. Keep that in mind as you look because you will need to find a transformer with the capacity for all your equipment (except the turntable motor).

Thanks for the responses. I have a dedicated circuit with 6 GA wire and an upgraded outlet. I also have a BPT transformer but have found that with my current and previous amplifiers that the sound is better coming straight from the wall. I do put my K&K phono through the BPT however.

Rosco, the Rock 7 is an interesting option, I have been reading up on it, one review seemed to say it was close to WT Amadeus but you seem to think it was a big step ahead. I have heard that the ZYX Universe and 4D do really take it to another level, something I have been considering. My room is pretty big and it would be good to have a bit more good solid bass.

take a look at the Transfi Salvation thread. The Salvation TT and Terminator arm combination is about $4500.

I see there is a Doshi Aalap preamp listed here

The phono and main pre are to die for in dynamics and resolution
Sell your phono stage and never look back

Whoops...posted my comment on your system thread.

You may want to consider an ultrasonic record cleaner and some movable acoustic panels.