ocean2059

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Phono Cartridge for $1,000.
Recently, I faced a similar situation and was tried to decide among the A-T ART-9, Hana ML and Sumiko Blackbird. I went with Hana ML and I am very happy with its sound quality. I definitely think this is worth upgrading to either one of these thre... 
What to buy?
I have used Emotiva amp with Magnepan 1.7 and really enjoy the sound delivery, dynamics and soundstage openness of the combo. I highly recommend the Magnepan 1.7s.  
Turntable Advice Needed
@puppyt, I am so glad to hear that you're really enjoying your listening with the Dr. Feikert's TT. I fully agree that the Volare TT sounded real sweet and rounded with tube amp, as I am also using tube preamp and tube power amp (Doge Audio) for m... 
Turntable Advice Needed
I recently went through the same process for upgrading to my TT set up and eventually purchased a similar setup as the OP:Dr. Feickert VolareJelco TK 850-S TonearmHana MC CartridgeThe setup was more than what I was originally budgeted for but I am... 
Doge 8 or YS A2 or Jungson J2?
I recently purchased the Doge 8 from Pacific Valve. I must agree with all the comments posted here that it's excellent preamp with great value!