which phono stage for dl103?
Hello all:
I will soon be getting a Thorens TD160 with Sumiko MMT and DL103. I need to get a new phono stage for this set up and not entirely sure which way to go. I am currently thinking about the Gram Amp 3 Fanfare and hoping someone can provide some input. I have also considered the Phonomena II, and also wondering if I should get the K&K SUT right away? Trying not to spend more than about $500 for now. Thanks in advance for any input you can provide.
i should have said "improvement'
I should have been more clear. Yes I meant "step up" as "improvement." I am comparing these to the Hagerman Bugle which I have always heard about as a budget favorite. I called Hagerman and spoke to them today, and was told that if I purchased one assembled and not as a kit, they could set it up at high enough gain (60) to accomodate low output moving coils. I still want the Denon step up (as in signal boost). Should I order the Bugle as it were going to be used with mm cartridges or with mc? Thanks again, Jim
well then moving magnet it is!
Hello Neil:
I will go over to the "welcome section" after I post this and give a proper introduction. I had some system pics on audiogon awhile back but took them down because I was upgrading. In a couple of weeks I will have my new turntable and I will post some photos then.
I am in the USA, Dallas, TX. Hagerman is in Hawaii and the price for a pre-assembled Bugle is $149USD. I have not yet ordered it but I think shipping is about $21 for me. He said he was just back from vacation and it would be at least 2 weeks before he would get to it. Marco suggested the AT-PEQ20 and I have never heard of it but would like to get some info on it before ordering the Bugle.
Jim