SPL Phonos should be on your list. IMO is the best Phono Pre I have owned in the last 20 years. But I am streaming more and more. https://the-ear.net/review-hardware/spl-phonos-mm-mc-accurate-vinyl-sound/
Gold Note PH-10 vs Manley Chinook
Hello all, I am considering an upgrade from my Musical Surroundings Phonomena II phono pre. Locally available used are the GN PH-10 (with PSU-10 power supply) and the Chinook. Curious if anyone has experience with both. Or one, whatever. The Phonomena is nice and a decent upgrade from what I was using. It is robust and dynamic but probably not the most subtle. I wouldn't mind a bit more detail and imaging/soundstaging. A little warmth ok too. I know we are talking solid state vs tubes and I am leaning towards the tubes/Chinook. But, the GN gets very good reviews and seems extremely versatile. Associated TT is a Rega 6 with Exacta cart.
Thanks!
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