phono pre amp choices?


Now I am deciding whether to upgrade my phono section. I am using the phono section on a Belles 28A, which is not bad but, I'm told could be improved upon. As with most of this stuff there are alot of choices.
I see an origin live unit for sale with many adjustments, others that are much more costly with none.
What are the determining factors in a quality phono pre amp? Are they as subjective and based strictly on opinions, or is there a relatively cut and dried, scientific platform, like, you get what you pay for.
Thanks in advance for the help.
mrmatt

Showing 2 responses by stanwal

Some are good , some aren't. The best costs a lot, but money is no guarantee of great sound. Do you want tubes or solid state? What is the rest of your system? What cartridges do you intend to use? There are no objective standards that will make the selection for you. There are many good ones out there but which ones will match the rest of your system and taste no one else can determine. It is hard to give any recommendations without knowing your budget or taste or the rest of your system.
I am using the Blue Circle 707 which is quite good and within your budget. The Dynavector 75 is a steal at $750. I am a small dealer and these are the two I picked out last fall to carry solely on the basis of sound for money.