Before you choose the SP-8, you should find out if it is MK II version. The MK II is much better than MK I. How does it perform? Lets just say that my vintage 60s preamp beat it by far in both phono and line stage. Not to mention the vintage preamp only cost around $400.
I do agree with you about the Chinese preamps and amps. The ones I have auditioned are not very clean sounding lack of body and transparency.
I do agree with you about the Chinese preamps and amps. The ones I have auditioned are not very clean sounding lack of body and transparency.