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Solid State Phono Preamp Suggestions $3k-$4k

Any recommendations on a solid state preamp in the $3,000 - $4,000 price range new?  

I have yet to purchase a TT so I'm flexible on that and cartridge but leaning towards a VPI Scoutmaster with Orotofon Cadenze Bronze cartridge. The limiting factor is my Bryston BP26 preamp which has an input impedance of only 10k ohms.  
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ericsch
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After going through two other phono preamps, I settled on the Pass Labs XP-15. It is dead quiet and does not have SS glare or brightness. It has been replaced my the XP-17, right in your price range.
http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/pass-laboratories-xp-17-phonostage/

ericsch
761 posts
 
Yes, the Hana SL is nice, using it with the XP-15 and Technics SL1200-G.

ericsch
761 posts
 
Be aware that the JC3+ has a fixed MC gain of 64 dB.
ericsch
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@mijostyn
True, but what if 64dB is too high and the user wants to reduce the gain?



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