The only thing i will state is, does your pre amp or integrated amplifier have a phono stage, if it does not, then i would invest in a better phono stage, if it does have a mm phono stage than a step up transformer would be the way to go.
Step up transformer or upgrade phono preamp?
So I’m looking to further develop my analog system. I currently have a vpi Aries scout with a jmw9 tonearm and a Soundsmith zephyr MIMC star going into a Vincent pho 701. I enjoy the sound I’m getting but I am constantly looking for “better”. More dynamics, higher resolution etc. I know my phono pre is the weak link in that lineup and I’m wanting to upgrade. So what are your thoughts? Upgrade the phonostage or invest into a separate SUT?