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"head" amps??

The gain on my CAT Ultimate's phono stage is borderline for the Koetsu Rosewood Std (0.6mV) that I'm using. I know the cartridge can be more dynamic and open than it's sounding; I have to crank it to 3 o'clock on some recordings to get good sound. Years ago there used to be pre-preamps or head amps for adapting low output MC's to MM stages. Do any neutral modern day ones exist?
PS. For various reasons I don't want a separate full function phono stage.

Ken
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Thanks to all for the input. Tjbearman, I am familiar with Arthur's recommendations having bought my first "serious" turntable from him in the late seventies. Unfortunately most of the units on his list are not readily available. At this point, the EAR MC-3 would appeal as the most flexible unit. Thanks again.

Ken
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