Preamp recommendations requested

In today's world, trying to find an all-in-one preamp that includes low-output MC capability is a tall order indeed. I think you are better off with a separate linestage and MC phono preamp. This will allow you to optimize each device for best results with your particular MC cartridge and the rest of your system.

If your system is vinyl only, you might consider the Aesthetix Io. It's basically a high output phono amp with an attenuator so that it can be run directly into a power amp. I can't speak specifically to mating it with your amp, but I have heard it set up per the above and it sounded superb. I don't know if it offers any switching to allow the use of another source beyond a 'table, however.

Marty

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