Recommend me a new PHONO stage.


I currently use ROTEL RQ-970BX and I am looking for a worthwhile upgrade.
My carts are Denon 160 or Denon 103R. I can use either.
My TT is Rega P2.
I am looking for transistor phono amps only.
Please advise what would be a significant step up from this amp considering that I would like to stay within $500.00 new or used.
Thank you very much.
dkzzzz

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I read about these suggestions and also about PS Audio phono stage. None of them "won any awards" in sound department.
My fear is that all I would get for extra 300-500 dollars is more features (switches), but pretty much the same sound quality as my basic Rotel?
Aren't there giant killers in this price category?