How Do I Choose A Phono Preamp
I have a Technics 1200G turntable/ Hana ML, Audioquest Cinnamon interconnects and a McIntosh MA 12000 feeding Wilson Audio Sabrina X.
I figure that an integrated phono stage is pretty hard to execute and this would be better handled by an external phono preamp and best with a well isolated power supply.
How do I shop for a phono preamp? I'm ok new, or used. Any suggestions as to what specific amps to look at?
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I didn't get the PH9x due to the high price. The RELs, Sutherland preamp, power cords and interconnects were already pushing 10K and I didn't want to spend any more to upgrade subs, or the phono preamp. It was a compromise. Should the 20/20 Mk2 be a minimal improvement to my integrated phono section, then I'll revisit the Modwright. |
Hi I can say that VTL makes fantastic products. My amp is amazing the s-400 2 and so i got the VTL 2.5i which is fairly new. It has an msrp of 5k so not cheap but not to expensive. I am blown away by it. So dynamic and natural I really love it. One small tube. I waited 4 months but it was worth it. Bea Lamm the ears behind VTL is an exclusive vinyl listener and it really does great with orchestral music and jazz and everything i have listened to. A real winner. It was recommended by an audio beat writer and my set up guy. It does not disappoint. They recommended it as it hits way above it’s price point. I had a luxman 590 mark ii with the integrated phono stage before and this is a whole different universe. Just my experience |
@vonhelmholtz +1 for the Goldnote PS-10. I also have the PSU-10. $3K I think. I'm running the Hana ML at the lowest gain setting which is 62dB and it sounds great, dead quiet. On the fly loading and gain controls for almost any MC or MM cart. Caveat: The only other PS I have experience with is a long-gone cheap Pro-Ject.
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