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Phasemation MC

Hello,

I moved to MC a few months ago after owning many MM cartridges. I bought an AT33EV, which is on a Clearaudio Performance DC with an AT1000T step-up and a tube preamp. I love the sound and feel like I should have switched to MC sooner!

I'm going to Japan in two months and thought it would be a great opportunity to buy a cartridge, as Japanese models are cheaper there than in Europe.

If I had to criticize the AT33EV, I'd say the low end could be more precise (but not less deep), and the highs could be more open (but not harsh).

I've heard a lot of good things about Phasemation. Do you think the PP200 or PP300 would match my setup and meet my expectations?

 

inca21
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pindac
3,277 posts
 

There is a large following of Phasemation in the UK, I am irregularly able to experience there products in use, and have not been exposed to a experience not enjoyed, albeit a Phonostage or a Cartridge.

I have not witnessed others experiencing the Brand being upset with the demo' either. Good appraisal is the usual outcome.  

westcoastaudiophile
540 posts
 

Phasemation PP200 sounds very accurate, precise, w/ Accuphase AD2850 phono-pre. Second similar cart I have is Phase Tech P3, which on my opinion is slightly better (PP300 alike). 

fisha
2 posts
 

@inca21 

hey

have you already back from Japan?

I'm waiting for exited story of buying PP200(300) smiley

meanwhile I've got Hana sl

lewm
13,825 posts
 

Nagaoka MI is your best bet in Tokyo.  MP500 is an excellent cartridge, and IMO it competes with or betters any MC anywhere near its price range.

inca21 OP
4 posts
 

Hey,

@fisha sorry for the delay I had trouble with the connection to Audiogon.

The trip to Japan was amazing of course ! It is such a paradise for records lover. There is a lot of quality record shops and audiophile bars.

I had a very good deal on a PP300 and I'm glad I bought it. Straight out of the box it is very good ! From the 33ev it is an other world. The level of details, the dynamic, the stereo field everything is way better. It sounds real !

The pp200 is probably already a great cartridge 

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