Tube or solid state phono stage?


I have a high end all tube system (AR 750 SEL amps, AR Ref 6 preamp, SF Aida speakers) and am now adding a turntable with a Benz cartridge.. Should I stick with buying a tube phono stage or go with solid state? I’d like to keep my system all tube but I’m worried a tube phono stage may make the vinyl too warm sounding and not dynamic enough.

thanks in advance for any help!

stewartgr

Showing 1 response by knotscott

It really depends on the specific example of each, as opposed to a broad generalization. There are excellent examples of both technologies, so I’m confident you can find examples of either that will play well with the rest of your system.

I went with a solid state Hagerman Bugle based on cost/curiosity, and was pleasantly surprised...especially after making some mods.   However, Hagerman's upper line is tube, which I'm ultimately interested in. (Cornet MM/ Trumpet MC)