Many folks prefer the SUT option. Personally, I've been really happy with well-built phono stages. You could go up the Vincent chain and check out the PHO-701. I've used that one and love it. Lehmann is another brand I really enjoy. Anyway, in my experience, I find the phono stages with multiple load options for MC carts an excellent way to go. Like the PHO-701, it has many detailed adjustments via DIN switches ranging from 99-1000 ohms, so you can really dial in the sound.
First table, second cartridge, ...
Hey folks,
Still relatively new to vinyl.
Sought and received some great advice here in a previous thread on my first cartridge upgrade on my first turntable. This is a Rega RP8 fed by my "starter" phono stage (Vincent PHO 8).
I decided to trade in my damaged Exact for the Ania Pro.
I plan on using the Vincent for a while and listen for and learn about the differences going with a moving coil. But would like to start looking into upgrading that now.
Any suggestions for a phono stage upgrade?
Or would an SUT be an option?
Thanks everyone!