bryansavitz1234

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Better Integrated Amp?
Rega Brio R is a solid integrated with a fine phono stage for a start. I call that amp “the gateway drug”. Hahaha. They can be had for reasonable price now used. I’ve heard that little amp drive harbeths, quad z2’s, Wharfdales, etc etc just fine. ... 
Looking for a new integrated amp
+3 for the Belles Aria Integrated. It’s amazing compared to the Sphinx. Not even close in my opinion  
Which integrated amplifier .
Very sorry to hear about your situation. I have to put a plug in here for the Belles Aria Integrated. 75watts. Solid State. Beautiful sounding amp. Betters the Rogue in every way in my opinion. Belles just came out with a more powerful Aria I beli... 
Phono preamp worth it with MM cartridges?
I agree with the cart upgrade first. Try a Soundsmith Carmen Mk2. You can find the older body ones on sale for a very reasonable price for what they achieve sonically. Will be dramatic upgrade from the cart you have now. The Rega Phono stage is go... 
Dedicated Vinyl system next upgrade?
Your system seems top notch. Top end brightness can be somewhat resolved with speaker placement and room treatments in my opinion. It’s the “ghost” in my system as well. I’m in a similar place with my system. Totally satisfied 90% of the time. The...