new turntable need help with Audible Illusions 3A

My friend was kind enough to give me his Sota Comet turntable. It has an Adcom cartridge. Sound is pretty good, but I think it needs more gain. I think it should sound more exciting/forceful. I am using an Audible Illusions 3A and was wondering if I should have it upgraded to the John Curl phono board.