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Looking for phono preamp suggestions

My system 
sme 30/2 with Dynavector 17dx catridge, cardas clear beyond phono cable with xlr termination ,
ayre kx-r twenty preamp ,
ayre mc-r twenty monoblocks 
kef blade speakers 
cardas clear cables for rest of system .
cureently using ayre p-5 Phonostage .
asking for recommendations for upgrading the phono stage .
requirements xlr inputs and outputs.
looking for more depth and separation in sound stage and more sweetness / magic/ romance 
Thanks in advance .

newtoncr

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jg2077
159 posts
 
I second and highly recommend the Boulder 1008 or 2008.

I also own a DSA phono.  all the load settings (many options) are located in the front of the unit, and thus changes are easy and near-infinite.

The Ypsilon is another great option.

Good luck,
Jose
jg2077
159 posts
 
I have never heard "the grail", so I am not qualified to compare.  

What I do know, is that the Boulder 2008 is outstanding.  The 1008 has the same DNA... I believe,  the cartridge your after deserves a quality phono.

I use the following carts,
Otofon Anna
Strat V2
Hana ML

good luck,
Jose
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