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IO Signature/Steelhead/Arc Reference/ and Colibrì?

So, to sum up, according to you, which is the best arranged system for the Colibrì 0,65 mv at 500 Ohm optimal suggested load impedence?
I mean , just for analog LP playback!
Suggestions?

These are the combos I could arrange used:

1. Io Signature with dual power supplies with Volume
2. Io Signature with dual power supplies and ARC REF 2 MkII
3. ARC Reference Phono with ARC Reference 2 MkII
4. Manley Steelhead with volume control
5. Manley Steelhead and ARC REF 2 MKII
6. Other combos?

Thanks
zender

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jtinn
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I have a great deal of experience with all of the pieces you mention. I am also a dealer for a few. The Colibri is my favorite cartridge...fantastic!

My favorite on your list would be the Manley Steelhead for a number of reasons.

1. On-the-fly adjustments for extreme flexibility.

2. Great customer service and loyalty from one of the best audio companies around.

3. Extremely solid and reliable product.

4. Tubes that are easy to roll for tailoring to a particular sound.

5. Ability to run without an additional linestage.

6. Solid bass and phenominal detail with a very linear sound.
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