I also have a GCPH that I purchased new for 499. It has been used alongside a Simaudio lp5.3 and what little difference there might be is not noticeable to me as one being better than the other.
Anyone compare budget phono oft recomended?
In most threads there are a handful of budget phono stages that get a lot of praise. The common thread seems that most times there is a recommendation without an A/B comparison.
The question is, what have been your experiences with the sub $500 used or new phono stage/preamps if you have compared them head to head. Looking for flexibility and for musicality.
The usual suspects (Cambridge, Rega, Lehmam, Slee, Musical Surroundings, Billari, Grado) or others would be strong consideration. How they compared to others on the list or at higher price/performance range would be very helpful. Lastly, can you share a little why you chose your favorite and what set it apart?
The question is, what have been your experiences with the sub $500 used or new phono stage/preamps if you have compared them head to head. Looking for flexibility and for musicality.
The usual suspects (Cambridge, Rega, Lehmam, Slee, Musical Surroundings, Billari, Grado) or others would be strong consideration. How they compared to others on the list or at higher price/performance range would be very helpful. Lastly, can you share a little why you chose your favorite and what set it apart?