Miner - I've got an RC 1072 that I was using the p-stage in. Do yourself a favor and get an external phone-pre. You'll be amazed at how much better it can be. Even a cheap one - I'm using a ProJect Tube Box - will make a big differnce. The Rotels have an afterthought p-stage.
Question for Jolida JD9A owners
Anyone have experience running a HO MC cartridge through the MC High settings of this phono pre? How did it sound?
The reason I ask is because I am looking for a little more gain than my present system affords me. (Seem to be lacking soundstage and dynamics). Looking for an affordable (~$400) solution.
I have also given some thought to trying a MM cart (same price range) as a solution (eliminating the need for a separate phono stage).
Present set up:
tt: Pro-Ject Perspective
cart: Sumiko Blackbird (2.5 mv)
amp: Musical Fidelity A5 integrated (dedicated MM phono stage w/40db gain)
speakers: Legacy Signature III
interconnects: Blue Jean Cable LC1
Thanks...Steve
The reason I ask is because I am looking for a little more gain than my present system affords me. (Seem to be lacking soundstage and dynamics). Looking for an affordable (~$400) solution.
I have also given some thought to trying a MM cart (same price range) as a solution (eliminating the need for a separate phono stage).
Present set up:
tt: Pro-Ject Perspective
cart: Sumiko Blackbird (2.5 mv)
amp: Musical Fidelity A5 integrated (dedicated MM phono stage w/40db gain)
speakers: Legacy Signature III
interconnects: Blue Jean Cable LC1
Thanks...Steve