New phono preamp vs NAD 1020


I currently have a Rega P2 running to a NAD 1020 preamp. I am considering purchasing a new phono preamp in the $150 to $250 range (family friendly budget :P). Would this be good step up in sonic quality or just a lateral move? Any and all opinions and advice appreciated!
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Showing 1 response by johnnyb53

Save your money for a Jolida JD9. You will get a much bigger increment in
performance up from a 640P or V-LPS than you get moving up to one of those
from the NAD. I say this as someone who upgraded from the Cambridge to the
Jolida.

In fact, I have an audio buddy who bought a used NAD 3130 integrated amp
from eBay for $75. He said it completely trumped his Cambridge 640P.