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How do you respond to this question?
I listen to vinyl because.... because... 42. 
Feedback on Monster Alpha 2 Cartridge
Cmalak - yes. 
Feedback on Monster Alpha 2 Cartridge
An AT OC9/II will smoke it for well-under $400 (on current sale). 
Phono preamp with two inputs: two MMs or MM+MC?
BTW, I have not heard a London/Decca cartridge so I can't comment on how it sounds. (I want to hear it.) 
Phono preamp with two inputs: two MMs or MM+MC?
IMO, and this is ONLY my opinion (not stating as fact), is that there is not any advantage to a SUT in the better phono stages. My preference is the MC input rather than an SUT into a MM input. As far as I'm concerned, SUT / MM input combo is only... 
Phono preamp with two inputs: two MMs or MM+MC?
Ihcho, I think Keith Herron will configure a VTPH-2 for 2 mm inputs, but there isn't much demand for that kind of configuration. 
Phono preamp with two inputs: two MMs or MM+MC?
The Herron VTPH-2 has enough gain for a 0.1mV cart. 
Phono preamp with two inputs: two MMs or MM+MC?
Herron VTPH-2 has both MM and MC. It also has external connectors for MC load adjustment. No SUT on the MC side. 
What after a Lyra Delos, if any ?
Oregonpapa, I am VERY interested in your results with the ART-9. Please start a new thread with your ART-9 impressions.What is the rest of your system? 
What after a Lyra Delos, if any ?
I'd be interested in reading how much better an AT Art-9 is than a Delos. 
Good, better, best. VPI Classic 1 accessories and upgrades.
Of your list, get the SDS. Live with it for a while. Then get the periphery ring. Rather than VPI feet, some people report very good results with StillPoints, 3 of them, under the table rather than anything else. Bearclaws also seem to produce ver... 
I just returned my second defective Manley Chinook
I can't believe a manufacturer would release a unit that couldn't even be transported without arriving with problems. Twice. Sell the Manley. Get a Herron. It works very well with most equipment. Get a Herron and get off the upgrade merry-go-round... 
Any Herron VTPH-2 Phono Stage Owners out there?
Pryso - agreed. And results will probably vary by cartridge. 
Any Herron VTPH-2 Phono Stage Owners out there?
The VTPH-2 can be loaded externally. There is a provision for external loading on the back of the unit near the MC inputs. 
Which phono preamps among these three?
Ihcho - The Herron VTPH-2 has different gain options. You should call Keith Herron to see if one of the options fits what you need.