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Cartridge interface with ARC PH3SE

I am using an Audio Research PH3 SE phono section in an all Audio Research system (ARC Ref 3 and ARC VT200) with a VPI Classic at one end and a new pair of Magnepan 3.7s at the other. The PH3 only has 54 db of gain so the ultra low output cartridges are out. (I wanted a new Lyra but was told the output wasn't high enough to work.) Any suggestions for a system that will playback mostly mainstream jazz and 60's R&R?

Another option might be to get the Lyra or ZYX and switch out phono sections. Any suggestions for THAT scenario?
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richteer
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My Lyra Parnassus has (or rather, had) a very low output and I can use it with my SP9 which offers similar gain (although a little more is appreciated), so I think you'll be OK.

That said, I think your PH3SE could probably use an upgrade, given the rest of your gear. A used PH7 would likely do wonders to your system!
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