PHONO PREAMP

Looking for suggestions for a used higher priced phono preamp. msrp $7000 to $13000.Thinking of Sutherland, ARC,Manley, Boulder so far. Going through the list of whats available here on Agon. Tube or solid state? thanks.

rhodes08-19-2017 3:23pm

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tablejockey Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,999 posts 08-26-2017 at 02:30pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete rhodes-if you haven't seen this listing, this Rogers tubed unit is very nice. Made in the USA! https://www.audiogon.com/listings/phono-rogers-pa-1a-tube-phono-preamplifier-trades-ok-2017-08-12-pr... I have heard a couple of systems with one, and all the expected sonic characteristics were there-and being tube, it's quiet.
tablejockey Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,999 posts 08-27-2017 at 03:25pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete "I have had a NVO SPAII for a few years. I recently was without it for a few weeks and had to listen to my solid state phono stage instead." tomathome-I have been intrigued by the NVO after seeing listings years ago here, on Agon. Personally, I would NEVER have a rig without a tube phono stage. SOO many bottles in that box! I would imagine just a couple are really the "money" tubes for tweaking the sonics? Based on pictues, I wasn't too impressed with the build. Tube sockets on board, case finishing looks a little underwhelming?Sonics however....all the reviews are favorable. I would consider a used one for the right price.

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