It’s impossible to say whether what you are hearing is “normal” or indicates there is a correctable problem in your phono stage. This is because we don’t have adequate information regarding the gain structure of your system, your cartridge, your amplifier, your speakers. However, solid-state guys may resent my saying this, I have often heard the sort of low level hiss you’re describing to emanate from a solid-state phono stage set at high gain or wide open. I would call it “white noise”.
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.
Should it be silent? Do any of you have this with your phono stage?
Thanks for your time.