@chakster Is it better in low register? The only weak point of the Gold Note in my system is the bass. But the best bass i have with mosfet phono stage (no tubes).
In the same system, the Herron was better in the low register, along with being better all other aspects. I can delineate the instruments but it’s not artificial, it’s more like being in the room with the artist.
The infinite loading surprised me.
For the Herron, I had 220 and 470ohm plugs made for my cartridge as this is what the Gold Note offered and sounded good when using. I initially tried the plugs with the Herron and it sounded excellent. When I removed the plugs and went infinite load, it elevated the subtleties and clarity.
I still think you can’t top the Gold Note up to maybe $2000 price range. But for what Keith offers the VTPH-2A for and his service, the price difference was more than well worth it for me.
Here's my system, just FYI:
Rega Planar 8
Ortofon Cadenza
Prima Luna Dialogue Premium HP Integrated
ProAc D30RS (ribbon)
Herron VTPH-2A
