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Phono preamps 1-2K range

I have Plinius electronics with the preamp being the M16 with phono board. I am considering upgrading to a separate phono stage and would like to stay in the 1-2K price range. The issue is whether or not the sonics will be worth the step up or will I need to spend more to get substantially better sound. My tt is a Rega P25 with Benz Glider and speakers are Hales Rev 3's. Thanks
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pctower
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IMHO there is only one choice in this range that stands heads and sholders above the rest - the Sonic Frontiers Phono One SE. Can be had from underwoodwally on Audiogon for less than 2K. It is absolutely marvelous. I have previously owned or tried the Phono One (non-SE), ARC PH-3SE, Black Cube and Rowland Cadence. The Phone One SE is far superior to all of those (and I am and have been a loyal Rowland user for over 10 years).

Good Luck
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