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Tube Pre amp with tone control suggestions
I have a Luxman  CL-35 III. These were manufactured in about 1975. They sound good, but not as good as the CL-38. Additionally the CL-38 has built in SUT and a remote control.Try using hifishark.com to search for it. 
SUT Opinions
Raul,The MM inputs in the OPs preamp will provide adequate gain for the 0.2mv output on that SPU 
SUT Opinions
Given that you have a Miyajima preamp you should consider this. I have one and you can accommodate a wide range of cartridges including your SPU.http://www.miyajima-lab.com/etr-stereo.html 
Tube Pre amp with tone control suggestions
I have a Luxman CL-38 tube preamp which has tone controls. It also has a great phono stage and remote control for volume and mute.It will be in your price range used. About $6k new. 
Which VTF Scale are you using?
I am using a digital scale from Ortofonhttps://www.ortofon.com/ds-1-digital-stylus-pressure-gauge-p-444 
Turntable help, please!
+1 on this. I would get a new stylus. An old worn stylus may damage your records. After that you can decide if you want something new"reubentI would definitely clean up the Denon and see how it sounds. If you are unsure of the stylus and think i... 
Help an old man out
Buy a used Aesthetix Atlas amplifier. There is one for sale at $4,000https://www.hifishark.com/search?q=aesthetix+atlas 
Class AB Amp great at transient response, timing & low volume needed up to 5K
Buy a used Aesthetix Atlas. You will not be disappointed.There is one for sale at $4,000https://www.hifishark.com/search?q=aesthetix+atlas 
For ARC lovers, Problems?
For a great sounding and reliable tube preamp try listening to Nagra Classic or Luxman (CL-38 or CL-1000)https://www.nagraaudio.com/product/classic-preamp/I used to own Audio Research and now own Luxman 
Let’s share the music that gives us the chills every time.
Lorena McKennitt - The Old WaysMy favorite version is on Nights from the AlhambraThere is a studio version on The VisitorThe beauty of both her voice and the lyrics is stunninghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueIA3keZsvk&ab_channel=IskariotLobo... 
Need a new amp
I have heard the Line Magnetic amp you mention and a few other Line Magnetic amps with the GE Reference speakers.I think the make a great match. 
Equal $$ for Phono OR Streaming?
@hilde45 Thanks for your comment. Take a look at my system and it will give you additional context for my comments. As you will see I am primarily analog focused in my system, with the digital streaming a new addition. I tried digital streaming a ... 
Equal $$ for Phono OR Streaming?
Thanks for posting this thread. Very interesting and the discussion has thankfully remained civil, which is very refreshing. I have a few thoughts which I wanted to share.I have digital front end components (not including cables) right in the pric... 
Recommendations for modern integrated with tone & balance controls other than Mcintosh
Luxman 
Schiit customer service seems poor
What was your question and additional response?Maybe someone here can provide you additional information.P.S. Speaking humans are an expensive luxury that is not available when you are selling product as inexpensive as Schitt.