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Phono stage inquiry

I have an upgraded Whest PS.30RDT & when I increase the volume on the phono stage input when nothing is playing to a level not too far beyond my usual listening volume, I can hear a hiss. 
Should it be silent? Do any of you have this with your phono stage?

Thanks for your time. 
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bill_k
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Phono stages provide a significant amount of signal gain, particularly in high gain settings needed for MC cartridges. Most do have some level of audible hiss when you turn the volume up. The Whest is an excellent phono stage and as long as the level of hiss is not excessive I believe what you are describing (not being silent) is normal.
bill_k
938 posts
 
With all due respect I don't see how you could have increased the gain setting to 100dB (unless you modified the circuit) since it's only adjustable to a maximum of 72dB.
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