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Phono Stage for Marantz 5009?

I have a Marantz 5009 receiver with no phono stage, so I use a small NAD PP1 preamp that I use with a Rega TT with a Rega cartridge.(elyse I think).  

I have new speakers now so it's a bit more apparent to me that the sound is kind of dark compared to CD.  The TT has been checked recently and all was good.

Does the NAD compensate for the RIAA EQ curve for vinyl?   And which is the best input to use on the receiver?    I was using a TV audio in but am now trying the Aux on the front of the unit.  I need to listen more - it seems a little better only.

So I have been thinking about replacing the NAD, which is fairly old and has been on a lot, as it powers on with the receiver even when I'm watching tv.   Looks like the Pro-Ject S preamp was in my budget and has dip switches to tune the output.  If I'm after a brighter sound, does that make sense? 

Thx!



wolfernyc

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wolfernyc OP
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I will look into them.  Yes, they're reasonably priced.  Thx!
wolfernyc OP
41 posts
 
Question regarding the settings and dip switches some of these preamps have.  

Are the adjustments only for compatibility's sake between receiver and tt or are they for tailoring the sound by ear?   Assuming you don't change receivers or cartridge is there any reason to be able to change the settings?

Was just wondering why a pre like the Project DS would have the settings on the front.

wolfernyc OP
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The new speakers are Sierra 2’s and definitely brighter than the old ones, which is why I went with them. 

I think the old speakers kind of hid the muffled sound of my TT which now is a lot more obvious.

My NAD doesn’t have any settings that can be changed. It’s a PP1. 

So would I be better off with something I could make changes?  Or is it just the character of the preamp?

Thx!!




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