Yamaha A-S3000 - any experiences?

Wow! Thank you very much for your reply. So glad you are happy.

I have owned this amplifier for along time so sure, Iam happy for the fact that it can handle any high end source with out becoming abottle neck (or lets just say I will ran out of money long before it happens).

Hi!
Ive got the A-s3000 and now considering a Rega Rp 10 turntable. Have anyone tried out the phono stage of the 3000? Rega has the aria RIAA which gotten good reviews. What’s yours opinions on this? Should I stick with the phono amp in the 3000 or instead consider the Aria amp?
thanks
/Joakim 

I used the phono section of the A-S3000 for a while with an Ortofon Quintet Black.  It was really good, but I moved up to a Parasound JC3+ as I was still wanting more out of my vinyl.  Compating the two, at the same volume setting, the JC3+ is easily ~50-60% louder than the on-board phonostage and at the same time ~75-80% lower noise floor.  I would say if you are just getting into vinyl and have any MM cart or a more musical MC (think like a Quintet Blue or Cadenza Bronze) then the on-board phono would be perfect for you.  If you have a higher-end table and are hungry for dynamic range, "slam", and power/presence at lower volumes, then you will want a higher-end separate. 

Hope that helps!  Glad to hear others enjoying this fine Yammy! 

Anyone using the Yamaha ASXXXX as a power amp with an outboard Pre?

Just curious how that works out. I have a tube Rogue RP-5 that I just love