Monolithic Sound ps-1- hc-1 vs Clearaudio Basic +

I had them both and used them both for MM and MC with a wide selection of carts. I preferred the Monolithic by a large margin in every case. In fact better than some far more expensive pres as well. Your cart and line stage will influence your preference quite a bit and unfortunately you will have to try both to really know. But thats what audiogon is for.
Good listening.

Thanks. How about the Blue Circle bc 27 pi compared to the Clearaudio Basic Plus?

I've owned the Monolithic Ps-1/Hc-1 in the past and own the Clearaudio Basic Plus now - never had the chance to do a side by side but my two table/arm/cart combos have stayed the same throughout - Technics SL1210 mk5/Shure V15 III and Linn LP12/Akito2/Ortofon 2M Black.

Long story short - the Basic Plus is a better pre; more of everything and definitely quieter.

I have yet to try a MC so can't comment there.

Hope that helps.

Or for a few bucks more how about the Blue Circle bc 27 pi phono stage?