I need a phono pre amp for my ARC VSi75


Hello Audiogoners, I need your help. I recently purchased an ARC VSi75. Streaming through my Mac laptop and a Gustard A26 (granted, less than idea circumstances), I have realized some of the best sonic performance I have ever experienced in my home. The problem, I'm surrounded with about 500 record albums I have accumulated over the years just begging to be played. I don't have a phono pre-amp for my LO MC cart (.34Mv). My budget is tight unfortunately but I don't mind used. I have been looking at Icon Audio PS3 MkII, Manley Chinook SE, Rogue Audio Ares Magnum, and a SS candidate, Gold Note PH-10 w/PSU. The top of my budget is about $2,000 or about £1,600. At one time or another I have found all of these units on the used market within my budget. I'm looking for your advice as to were I should invest my money. Of course, if you can recommend something that falls less that what my budget would allow, all the better. What I would particularly like is your own personal experience with whatever you recommend whether it be one of my choices or something else you endorse. I'm hoping to find a pre-amp that is dead quiet with tube-like character possessing the ability to bring out nuances in the middle and upper mid-range with ample gain for a LO cart. As always, thank you for your input and support.

diminishedchord

Herron’s VTPH phono preamps are very highly regarded and should be available in your price range used.  Just another option to consider. 

soix, I read up on the Herron VTPH. I agree, a very nice preamp, one worth considering. I appreciate the input. Thanks.