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Improving existing setup, where to start?

Hello, thanks for helping out!

Years ago I left 2 channel and converted to home theater for family needs. I am now trying to get the best of both worlds. 

I have a Music Hall Mmf 7 setup that is being driven by a Marantz sr7012 receiver. Yep...

So, my first step was going to be a stand alone phono preamp, something mid range or even less expensive like the Schiit Mani.

I also had to replace a broken cartridge years ago and threw on an Ortofon Red. 

My question would be, phono amp or cartridge first?

I have a 5 channel Emotiva amp driving Gallo Reference 3.1 speakers, SVS sub etc. 


Thanks!!
mjontosh

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dekay
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Baby steps...

Replace Red stylus with Blue stylus ($160 if you shop around and you then have a backup/Red stylus - a backup is always good to have on hand).

Listen for a few hundred hours, and if not satisfied look into a different outboard phono preamp.

Also, check/redo cartridge alignment/setup if you are capable of such.

If not, then learn how to DIY.

DeKay
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