Where's the next weak link in my analog chain?
Currently using the following:
Mofi Ultradeck w/ MasterTracker cart
- Powered by AQ Thunder power cable
Sutherland 20/20 mk1 with LPS (stock power cable)
- Zu Mission mk1 phono from TT to pre, Zu Mission mk1 from pre to amp
I don't have much left that I think I could do on this end before upgrading the table entirely. I'm curious where you would spend your next dollar?
MC Cart
Phono cable
Interconnect
Power cable to phono
Beyond that I think this set up will be pretty well maxed out and it would be time for a new TT to start squeezing out more.
@displayname - nice rig, shows careful choices. As you’ve discovered, better cables would help. Consider the new Shunyata Theta line - high performance/price - TAS 2025 Product if the Year. It would take considerable funds to upgrade turntable + arm. Maybe next best move is try another cartridge- can always use on next turntable. Your phono preamp is a strong link- good enough for end game unless you want to explore a tube phono. Good luck and happy spinning! |
If your phono stage can handle it, maybe get a Soundsmith cartridge because the needle replacement is much more affordable |
