I was wondering, what are the benefits I can get by replacing the phono stage with a more expensive one, say - 8K$-11K$? My current analog setup made from Brinkmann Bardo turntable & 10.5 arm,
Miyajima-Laboratory Kansui cartridge, Zesto Andros PS phono. The above setup connects to Luxman C\M900u pre+amp and Magico S3mk2 speakers.
Nothing wrong with that hshifi... the more people chiming in the better! I believe OP doesn't live in the US, so PS Audio trade in offering is irrelevant for him. besides, the trade in program is limited to 30% of retail price.
I would audition the PS Audio Stellar Phono. Retail for just 2500 USD, but supposedly a giant killer. Michael Fremer recommended hearing it for anyone looking for a phono, at any price point. Coming from him, I think that says a lot.
And of course, I also agree the Luxman phono stage is the obvious choice.
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