Phono Preamp for Thorens TD203 w/ Ortofon 2m Blue


I bought a demo Thorens TD203 turntable w/ Ortofon 2m Blue cartridge > Behringer PP400 $20 phono preamp > Mystere A11 EL34 tube integrated amp > Seas Froy mk3 speakers. It has good PRaT but sounds thin with shrill highs. My Rotel FM tuner sounds better in many respects. I’m assuming the Behringer phono preamp is the culprit. I’m disappointed with the sound playing vinyl.

I was thinking of getting the Schiit Mani phono preamp, but am second guessing myself as to whether the combo will have the synergy to resolve the problem. Does any one have experience w/ the Schiit Mani and/or the Ortofon Blue. Any other budget phono preamp recommendations in the price range of the Mani to consider.
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Check parts connexion website.
They are always having great specials.
Sometimes up to 60% or even 75% off. If you are determined to buy new that is.
Buying used will likely open up 600 and 700 units for your 300.
I recently bought a Mani. It had issues when turned on. It would shut off the TV (plugged into the same power bar and disable functions on the preamp. I returned it during the trial period. The charged a restock fee on top of my freight both ways for a defective product. I was worth it to see the backside of this gear which in my mind totally lived up to its name.
I also had the Lounge while my main rig was being repaired it was very good. Great customer service at Lounge that you wont get from Schitt.
Thanks for great comments. I'm being gun shy about Schiit Audio because of potential customer service issues.
I'll look into used in the $100 range and see what shows up. Suppose I can't go wrong w/ a used CA or Rega.