McIntosh C 47 phono stage versus the Herron phono.


I’m using my Mac with a Rega P8/ Alpheta 2 cart. I also have a nicely restored TD124 with an SME M2-9 arm that doesn’t have a cart at the moment. How much better is the Herron. What should I expect from the Herron? Seems that the Herron is universally well liked on here. Opinions are welcomed. I may try a Soundsmith MI cart for my 124.
gphill

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Maybe I asked the wrong question. I’m underwhelmed with the C47/ Alpheta 2 sound. It doesn’t sound as rich and full as I think it should. It doesn’t sound bad just underwhelming. I’m looking for that cart- phono stage that just knocks my socks off. I had an Art9 on my 124, but a late night accident broke the cantilever. I think eventually I’m going to get that one fixed. The Art 9 with an inexpensive Vista Audio preamp was better than my present setup. 
So I guess my question is what’s underwhelming the cart or the phono stage or both?