why a high end phono preamp?


I recently purchased a Hegel 160 integrated amp with no phono stage.  I also purchased a NAD c 427 tuner, and have a Dual CS 5000 TT (I have no idea what type of stylus it uses).

I wish to play my vinyl's but don't understand why I can't do with a $49 phono amp as opposed to one that costs hundreds of dollars. 

Is it the Hegel that is responsible for delivering superior sound, or is it the preamp? I thought the cheaper item is solely a conduit for the power, but is it the product that allows the record to be heard properly? Any recommendations for my components? I was looking at Clearaudio Nano V2. Thank you.
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"Is it the Hegel that is responsible for delivering superior sound, or is it the preamp?"   Everything, from the quality of your vinyls, to your speakers/room acoustics, is responsible for superior sound.   A chain is only as strong as it's weakest link.