Gold Note PH10 - amazing device with on the fly changes to equalization and cartridge settings for two different phono setups. I can't emphasize how great the equalization changes are - Decca, Columbia, and RIAA all sound quite different as laid down on the vinyl. You can then upgrade it down the road with the external PSU.
I am thoroughly enjoying my SPL Phonos. The folks at TMR will work with you.
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You do not say what is wrong with the tavish....have you tried rolling some tubes into it? How about moving up to the Adagio by tavish? That one I think can be had for $2190. I think the Adagio was or is Herb Reichert’s reference phono stage. I use my tavish the classic with all NOS tubes, RCA, GE. And Sylvania. I also use it with a Jensen SUT running a Hana EL. Tavish just so happens to use Jensen sourced transformers In the M/C section of the Adagio. In both the vintage and the classic, you must use the MM section to fully make use of the tubes. The M/C section of both uses jfets to boost the low output of a M/C cartridge. Better to use an SUT into the M/M section, if you are using a moving coil. |
First of all at $1500-$2k involves a substantial compromise depending on the level of your system. With tube gear at this price point don't expect a jet black background. I have an Allnic H 1200 it was fine with my Valve Audio Predator but with my Esoteric A 03 and C 03 its a weak link in my system creating noticeable tube noise. IMO a SS phono preamp is the safer option at this price point. |