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Title: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: leehookem on March 04, 2014, 08:02:13 PM: Whatcha say?

Dual 1229 TT > ??? > Denon AVR-X2000 > Cerwin Vega VS 120

I'd like to keep it under 500.
Title: Re: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: raymonda on March 04, 2014, 10:02:30 PM: lehman black cube
Title: Re: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: OOK on March 05, 2014, 01:05:21 PM: Bellari VP-130 tube phono pre.... 275$ See "here" (http://www.hideflifestyle.com/all-products/bellari-vp130-tube-phono-preamp.html#!prettyPhoto/0/)

Peace OOK
Title: Re: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: Ultfris101 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?
Title: Re: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: carlbeck on March 05, 2014, 10:01:00 PM: Quote from: raymonda on March 04, 2014, 10:02:30 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.
Title: Re: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: Genghis Cougar Mellen Khan 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...
Title: Re: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: leehookem 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.
Title: Re: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: raymonda 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.
Title: Re: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: carlbeck on March 07, 2014, 09:45:37 PM: Quote from: raymonda 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 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.
Title: Re: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: leehookem on April 09, 2014, 11:40:04 PM: So I picked up a new phono stage this week...

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3750/13751781674_099a77b3db_c.jpg)
Title: Re: I need a new phono preamp
Post by: carlbeck 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.