Is the Manley Steelhead still relevant?

Looking for a state-of-the-art phono stage. Budget? $15K or less. After almost 20 years, is the Manley Steelhead still relevant? Or are there newer, better options?

imgoodwithtools12-06-2019 4:19am

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imgoodwithtools OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 236 posts 12-07-2019 at 08:48pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I am intrigued by the Manley Stingray because of its multiple inputs, and adjustable cartridge gain and loading. A friend of mine disagrees, saying the added complexity detracts from the absolute sound quality. He runs a Lamm LP 2.1 phono stage that has fixed gain and loading.
imgoodwithtools OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 236 posts 12-07-2019 at 10:23pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Steelhead, Not Stingray. Trout, Not Ray. Lol
imgoodwithtools OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 236 posts 12-08-2019 at 07:48am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I've spoken with Kevin Deal's team at Upscale Audio. They highly recommend the Manley Steelhead.

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