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Phonostage question ...

Now that I have made my decision on a new analog set-up, (Avid Volvare, Tri-Planar arm, Helicon cart), to replace my Nottingham Interspace w/Dynavector Karat, I was thinking wheather I should consider upgrading my Rogue Stealth phonostage.

I've got a Rogue amp/pre and the synergy works well with the Stealth and Interspace. I've yet to try it with the new stuff (which is coming). I don't have an opportunity to audition phonostages.

Now that I've entered a higher level, what should I think of phonostage wise? Is the reward worth the $$$? Should I stick with the Rogue? Thanks for any ideas.
richardmr

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logenn
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I can not comment about the Rogue, but can share with you what made a huge difference in my system. I went from a Manley Steelhead to an Aesthetix IO Signature, 2 power supplies with NOS tubes.
I've also used other phono sections with excellent results, but the IO sounds more dynamic, offers considerable micro detail, sweet extended highs and bass to pin you to your chair.
If you start with a stock IO, which comes with a seperate power suply, it can be updated to a Signature and an additional power supply added when funds permit.
With your front end, the improvement will be huge.

Louis
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