+1 for the Herron.
I currently run a Nagra BPS which I love. It reproduces instrument tone better than anything else I’ve heard.
In that price range a Manley Chinook SE would also be a must audition.
Best Phono Preamp mm/mc under $3500.00 used
If you have tried several phono preamps in your system please ranked your favorites? My phono is AMG Giro, 9WT Arm and AMG Turbo cable.