Soundsmith Phono-Pre, Any comments?

I have not heard any phono pre-amp better than a Herron, but they are in a different price range. You might be able to find a used Herron VTPH-1 in the market. If it is a MC unit, Herron could convert it to MM/high output. Then you wouldn't have to worry about getting a different phono stage, in the future, to improve your system.

Liberty B2B-1
Above is another fine instrument for your consideration, and yes I do make them:-)

Good Listening

Peter

I would think it would be a great match. You've already got the turntable/cartridge side covered. Very reasonably priced option. After reading the Stereophile article, I'm thinking about going the complete Soundsmith route myself with my Pro-Ject RM-10 and Cronus Magnum.

The SoundSmith phono stage can probably get the cartridge to sound as good as it can. There are likely better phono staqes available, but not voiced for the SoundSmith carts.

Thanks for all the comments. Really appreciate the responses. I'm still contemplating the the plus and minus of going the Soundsmith route or spending a lot extra for something with more flexibility that might suit some future cartridge whim.