Indeed the whole thing depends on system synergy. Here are my findings within my own system.... http://progmeister.com/nva-phono-2-phono-stage
Indeed the whole thing depends on system synergy. Here are my findings within my own system.... http://progmeister.com/nva-phono-2-phono-stage
Excellent write up Steve.
It looks like you have uncovered a bit of a gem. I've not heard any active NVA gear but from what I've read I have an admiration for RD's technical prowess.
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I am still using my FB2 Alan so don't think it has been usurped. I am very fortunate and extracicant enough to accommodate both. I believe i now have the very best design of valve and solid state phono stages in my system without laying out silly money. Both my FB and Phono 2 are totally out performing designs costing ridiculous amounts of cash in nearly all aspects.
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nice write up Steve.
i had a phono2 with a single psu, running in mm, was excellent.
i'm looking forward to Des getting the firebottle stage that's doing the rounds. will be very interesting to listen to it. i wasn't particularly impressed with it at the NEBO i came to, but that's not a fair appraisal as we were changing kit all day etc. (i didn't think my own stage sounded as good as it should that day either)
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