Take a look at Simmaudio Moon Neo 310LPPhono Preamplifier.
I have the LP5.3RS - basically the same as the 310, with a couple of minor tweaks and when treated to good cables it really performs exceptionally well.
I'm not sure the optional external power supply would provide too much in the way of improvements with the cables I use with it, but I have read thet it makes a significant difference over stock cables.
The smaller 110LPPhono Preamplifier also performs nicely, is more affordable and packs a punch
Here’s a comparison chart of all their models
http://www.simaudio.com/DATA/PRODUIT/40_en_comp~v~phono-preamplifier.pdf
I had an older version of the Cambridge Audio CP2 to start with.
After sevreal tweaks I decided I needed a better quality Phono stage
I tried an LFD, which sounded very good in the showroom, but it was not a good match to my existing cartridge .
I then tried the LP5.3 - it was like listening to a whole new system - lots of punch - more vibrant.
Adding a great power cable improved performance significantly.
Simmaudio are well known for their phono stages - outstanding clarity, veratile, great dynamics, geat image and extremely quiet - even when cranked to full volume - no record playing :-)
All the "balls" I require :-)
Hope that helps - Steve
I have the LP5.3RS - basically the same as the 310, with a couple of minor tweaks and when treated to good cables it really performs exceptionally well.
I'm not sure the optional external power supply would provide too much in the way of improvements with the cables I use with it, but I have read thet it makes a significant difference over stock cables.
The smaller 110LPPhono Preamplifier also performs nicely, is more affordable and packs a punch
Here’s a comparison chart of all their models
http://www.simaudio.com/DATA/PRODUIT/40_en_comp~v~phono-preamplifier.pdf
I had an older version of the Cambridge Audio CP2 to start with.
After sevreal tweaks I decided I needed a better quality Phono stage
I tried an LFD, which sounded very good in the showroom, but it was not a good match to my existing cartridge .
I then tried the LP5.3 - it was like listening to a whole new system - lots of punch - more vibrant.
Adding a great power cable improved performance significantly.
Simmaudio are well known for their phono stages - outstanding clarity, veratile, great dynamics, geat image and extremely quiet - even when cranked to full volume - no record playing :-)
All the "balls" I require :-)
Hope that helps - Steve