tlarwa
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| Can I use a SUT or head amp with my 60dB Coph Nia MC phono preamp? Lewm, I'm driving Klipsch Cornwalls. My listening position is about 9 feet back. Line I said before, I can get to the low 90's, which is typically fine. But I'd like to have more in reserve when I need it. I'll probably just replace the Coph N... | |
| Can I use a SUT or head amp with my 60dB Coph Nia MC phono preamp? It’s defintely a lack of gain issue between the .4mV Denon and the 60dB Coph Nia, when used with the passive pre. The amp I’m using is a First Pass J2. I have plenty of gain with the passive pre when I use my DAC/CDP combo, it’s just a phono stage... | |
| Looking for preamp recommendations to go with First Watt J2 - Under $1K on used market Thanks, Larry. Yes, I have plenty of gain with my DAC/CDP so the gain issue is definitely with the phono stage. My passive is a very good build using top quality parts, so I agree that going to a lesser active pre may not be advisable, even thou... | |
| Looking for preamp recommendations to go with First Watt J2 - Under $1K on used market 10-4. The whole reason I am even considering an active pre is to add some gain when using my phono front end. With the passive in the system with the J2, my Coph Nia (at 60dB gain) and my .4mV or .5mV MC cartridge, I'm at about 90-93dB when the ... | |
| Looking for preamp recommendations to go with First Watt J2 - Under $1K on used market Thanks, but I'm not looking for another passive. The passive I have now is excellent, but I'm looking to add some gain into my system. | |
| DIY TT Stand on concrete floor - I'm confused I actually have some absorbing pads. I'll try it with the spikes and the pads and see which I prefer. As for vibration from roads and heavy equipment, that's not an issue. I'm pretty rural, and on a couple acres of land. I appreciate the thoughts ... |