I have a Dual 505 turntable (which I bought in 1985), connected to a Cambridge Audio Azur 540A amp (which I bought about 8 years ago).
The amp does not have a phono stage, so I have used both a Nad and Berhinger preamp with the Dual, plugged into the DAB inputs on the Azur (I have also tried every other input on the amp).
The volume from the turnable is low and muddy by comparison to the Sony CD player. I need to take the volume up to at least halfway, and usually 2/3rd up on the Azur to hear records. At that point, there is a noticeable hum from the speakers (I presume it's the amp).
I have had conflicting advice, from audiophile friends as to the cause. Some say the amp is the problem, and a hifi dealer told me it was the turntable (this was after I mentioned possibly buying the Rega Planar 1).
I would like to get this sorted, as I'm getting back into listening to vinyl. My speakers are Monitor Audio Bronze 2.
Any help would be welcome.
Stephen