Should I buy a phono-pre or Creek phono board?

For around $400 you can buy a new Vincent Audio tube based Phono pre that has been very well reviewed in TAS and stereophile. Regards,

Matt

Jbhiller,
I don't think it is either of those things. He just makes a hobby out of jumping in with a five to ten word response that is either silly, or unrelated to the topic. Then there are times when he has a sensible comment.

I had the Sequel installed when I purchased my 100A.  I think it sounds excellent.  I previously used a Musical Surroundings Phonomena II preamp and the Creek sounds just as good if not better.  I didn't notice any drop in performance from adding the Sequel.  I think it is a great option at $200 and would definitely recommend it.

@scottwhit

Yes, I bought it in December 2015.  It sounds superb.  I've been very impressed with it. I have not A-B'd it against anything directly, but I like what I hear for sure.  So simple, direct design.  Well worth $200, especially since there are no additional boxes or wires.