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Offline leehookem

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I need a new phono preamp
« on: March 04, 2014, 08:02:13 PM »
Whatcha say?

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Re: I need a new phono preamp
« Reply #1 on: March 04, 2014, 10:02:30 PM »
lehman black cube

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Re: I need a new phono preamp
« Reply #2 on: March 05, 2014, 01:05:21 PM »
Bellari VP-130 tube phono pre....  275$  See "here"

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Re: I need a new phono preamp
« Reply #3 on: March 05, 2014, 01:55:52 PM »
For the uninitiated, what special qualities are you looking for in a turntable preamp? Looking at the bellari it certainly claims to emphasize the characteristics of a turntable vs another source. Do these aim to emphasize the warm/natural aspect that many people like about vinyl?
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Re: I need a new phono preamp
« Reply #4 on: March 05, 2014, 10:01:00 PM »
lehman black cube
The black cube is an excellent suggestion. I had aBellari for a little bit & maybe mine was just a mix match with my cart but I did not like it at all, certainly not worth the price for a new one. I bought one when they first came out so while it might have been a synergy issue with my system hopefully the latest model is a little more refined. There are plenty of plenty options in the sub $500 range. I'd check Agon, I'm sure you can do very well with your budget.
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Re: I need a new phono preamp
« Reply #5 on: March 06, 2014, 12:57:00 AM »
Pro-Ject Phono Box S Phono Preamp for around $200 new?

Budget friendly, and probably has a decent resale if you want to upgrade...
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Re: I need a new phono preamp
« Reply #6 on: March 06, 2014, 11:26:57 AM »
Anyone have experience with the Emotiva XPS-1?  Great reviews on audiokarma and one heck of a price point at 150 bucks.
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Re: I need a new phono preamp
« Reply #7 on: March 07, 2014, 02:02:29 PM »
In the $500 range the black cube is the way to go. There is a deluxe on eBay for less than $500 right now. the other preamps will give you a taste and some promise to move forward the black cube will get you there at under $500. It may be all the preamp you will need moving forward the others give a taste and  entre into "what do I buy to replace this preamp".  So, do yourself a favor and buy right the first time.
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Re: I need a new phono preamp
« Reply #8 on: March 07, 2014, 09:45:37 PM »
In the $500 range the black cube is the way to go. There is a deluxe on eBay for less than $500 right now. the other preamps will give you a taste and some promise to move forward the black cube will get you there at under $500. It may be all the preamp you will need moving forward the others artist entre into what do I buy to replace this preamp.  So, do yourself a favor and buy right the first time.

This, I wish I never sold mine.
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Re: I need a new phono preamp
« Reply #9 on: April 09, 2014, 11:40:04 PM »
So I picked up a new phono stage this week...

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Re: I need a new phono preamp
« Reply #10 on: April 10, 2014, 02:08:59 PM »
Nope, nothing wrong with a vintage receive. I love my Sanusi AU but still use my phono amp. Enjoy! Great find.
I know you like, tape for people's approval and stuff, and wave your tapes around like they're your dick...  but even you can't actually think section tapes from philips sound good.  



Mics: Telefunken Elam 260, 61, 62, MBHO KA200, KA500 > Niant PFA's, AKG C34L-MS
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Old rig: Recording: AKG C34 & AKG CK1X or CK2X > MK46 > 460 > Aeta Mix2000 > Sound Devices 702

Playback: Thorens TD125, Denon DVD-2900> Bel Canto DAC-1 > Audible Illusions 3B > Rogue Atlas >ZU Wax Shotgun> Hyperion 938
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