Jasmine vs Musical Surroundings Nova Phono Pre Amp
I wanting to purchase a phono Pre-Amp for $1,000 or less. Right now I am considering either the Jasmine Phono Pre-Amp or the Musical Surroundings Nova Phono
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC
friends: who really needs an MM type phono cartridge?, well I will try to share/explain with you what are my experiences about and I hope too that many of you
Whats on your turntable tonight
Nothing...I am without a cart and phono pre until the new ones arrive next weeK...Oh the pain!!
Ohm Walsh Micro Talls: who's actually heard 'em
gital sources sound more like my analog phono source. The exact sound is a function largely of the tube used (and RCA phono IC used to connect the DAC to
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riven by BAT 60 amp, VK3i preamp, VK-10 phono amp, VPI Aries turntable, and BM-glider cartridge. I brought some albums to audition this system at my local
A Copernican View of the Turntable System
tmasphere correctly said about outboard phono stages.......if a change of interconnects changes the sound, the phono stage is flawed.
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ay. My weekend warrior is a 67 Chevy Nova. The short list for this car consists of aftermarket rack and pinion, a bullet-proof Ford 9" rear end, all aftermarket
When is digital going to get the soul of music
cord. He has a great turnable, cart and phono preamp. I just could not get past the "pops" to "get off" on the music. Another Aphile can. In
Personal speaker evolution
c system I've had these: Radio Shack Nova 7 or something like that. 1970 Bose 501's $250.00 1971 Bose 901's $500.00 1972 Dahlquist DQ-10's $800.00
Zu Soul Superfly
uits. Their Jasmine LP2.0SE solid state phono stage is a genuine giant killer. Most of their electronics are tube circuits. Their various integrated and power amps
TRL Marantz Sa 14
pped on the tubes of my Hagerman Cornet phono stage. My system sits on a DIY heavy MDF shelving racks that are mounted on threaded rods, and I am on a
How much does your system retail for
arting from two separate AC lines for a Phono only source two-channel system through speakers. Another $15K is tied up in Line Level preamp and CD player in main
Stand out phono stages
This topic has been started before by others and myself as well, maybe too many times, but it is worth revisiting since the source is so very important! So
Attn Vinyl lovers what CD Player do you use
That was a Simaudio Moon Nova:)
Dyscoveries on Dyna, Denon, Supex, Technics,FR,Ik
d i just ordered the EDR 9. from Hifi - nova in France. I will report when i,ll try it , and have a little break in. Thanks a lot for your good advice. All the
Magico S5 review
My current system consists of Focal Nova Utopia BE speakers ($45,000), An Ayon CD-5 cd player, An Ayon Triton 2 amp,Grand Prix Monaco racks,and a slew of
What is the Phono stage you have finished with
Hello, Like many I have an e.a.r 834p, and it has served me well for many years, I am now however looking for a new MC phono stage. I am up for going quite a
Best budget phono preamp for Unison Unico
Hi, I was fortunate enough to buy a Unison Unico hybrid integrated amp here on Audiogon at a great price ($800). :-) I'm driving a set of Totem
First Trip outside of Best Buy, a real newbie
uld consider a Peachtree audio Decco or Nova (www.peachtreeaudio.com) as an integrated amp to drive a pair of Triangle Titus 202s. These are sold direct
Suggested entry path into vinyl
sampling different tt/tonearm/cartridge/phono setups (as well as learning how to correctly set-up and handle tts and associated gear on less expensive equipment), or
OK Come Clean, whats in your closet
t in my cabinet, not to mention the odd phono cartridge laying about. There, see I don't have anything!
Upgrade from Rega P3 24
$2,000 on a cartridge and if necessary phono stage/SUT upgrade. Try a Dynavector 17D3. Nice system. Have fun with your upgrade decision.
Turntable on a 5k budget
for? I am planning on using the phono stage of my McIntosh C500 preamp, it has both MM/MC phono stage. The rest of the system is McIntosh 501 monoblocks and
Static electricity: Unique to Vinyl Systems
replaced a turntable/cartridge and a phono preamp, but on both systems, I get a lot of pooping and clicking noises that occur even when a record is not playing.
Natural, musical, dynamic phono preamp 700 used
Hello fellow analog enthusiasts. In my quest for a better phono preamp I must ask everyone this question - If given $500-$700 to spend on a phono
best turntable under 5k
Another vote for SOTA. I have the Nova Series V with a Kuzma Stogi tonearm. This combo is around your price range new. Using a Graham or Shroeder Model 2
Can anyone recommend a Phono Pre Amp
Hello again, I have a Project 9 with a Dynavector X-H high output cartridge connected to my Musical Fidelity XLPS-v3 by Synergistic Looking Glass active
Better for Separates Newbie: Rotel or Adcom
used Bryston or Classe integrated (with phono stage), probably pick up a mint unit here on the 'Gon for $1000 or so. Leaves you $500 for a decent analog front end.
surface noise and cartridge/ phono pre questions
Ok, here it goes. I'm very green to analog but thanks to Agon, I have so far been lead in the right direction. I'll cut the bull and get to it. I'm
Worth having my SOTA Sapphire refurbished
ed. PS Audio was particularly good with phono stages, and a lot of mid-'80s phono gear was really good, Amber and VSP Labs being a couple other good examples.
battery powered with 'vivid' sound
sing the Dodd pre, Musical Surroundings Nova Phono Pre and a BPT battery power supply for the Squeezebox. I've generally concluded that if you have clean AC
Time for a "massive" turntable: Spacedeck vs Scheu
the initial cartridge) Wright WPP200C phono (planned) Fi Y, Super X, First Watt F1 Cain & Cain Abby Any comments, experiences, recommendations?
Best value phono 1 1 5k
I've been having thoughts about setting up a 2nd budget TT and need some ideas on what would be considered the best buys in phonostages now. Best if it also
What's the best Phono preamp under 1000
What should I expect to pay to get something decent? Thanks in advance. Dave Taylor,
recommendations for TT + arm + cart, around 3 5k
Audio M-180 Tube amp Peachtree Audio Nova preamp/DAC Rega P1 with NAD PP2 phono stage Can anyone recommend some turntables that I should check out? I know
Turntable interconnect
I spend the money and get a regular phono cable with a ground. Have a VPI Classic and Nova Phonomena phonostage. Any advice greatly
better phono stage
current system has 1000i electrostatic speakers nordost frey speaker wire and solid silver interconnects and power cables. have a ref 3 preamp and old
Need help finding atypical integrated amp
up an amp, pre-amp, DAC and outboard phono pre-amp. I'm not going to kid myself that going from separate to an integrated will get me the same kind of
Phono preamp selection
So my budged dropped to about $1,000 for a preamp, which will be matched with the VPI Classic, Lyra Delos cart and Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum tube amp. The
Whats the best Cartridge for a bright Pro ject 9
Keep the 20X and try a warmer sounding phono stage. Perhaps a tubed unit. One that allows the cartridge to be loaded a bit. If you're after a "warm"
Integrated Amplifier Choices for LSA 1 Signature
I liked the sound. 3. Peachtree Audio Nova 125 - this seems to be the best choice. Heard great things about the DAC and now with 125 wpc, it seems to have more
Ortofon 309 vs SME 3012 for SPUs
one that would match the quality of my phono section would be quite costly between the SUT and the extra pair of RCAs. It's also another piece in the signal chain..
Phono preamp under 1k new or used advice
I decided to keep the rega brio R, and take the rega P5 out of the storage and enjoy listening to Vinyl again, once one member told me when you get to this
Phono stage for Benz Wood H2
Hi there, I have a Benz woodbody H2 that I have mounted to a VPI Scout and was wondering what anyone thought would be an appropriate phono stage to
Need help with finding a new phono stage
I just got my SOTA TT back from being upgraded from a Star to a Nova. Now I need to work on getting a new phono stage. I currently have a Cary PH-301 that has
advice needed on 1st real stereo system
1. I am looking at the Peachtree Decco/Nova amps. I get that the Nova has more power, but will the Decco suffice at 65 w per channel? I will not be blasting
Are there any integrated amps with a built in DAC
Come March the Peachtree Nova.
Phonostage
micro LPS, currently have a nova phonomena phonostage which I believe is my weak link. Would like to upgrade phonostage with tube or solid state with at
Want new phono amp, what should I buy
I have a Sota Star Nova turntable with an SME V tonearm and will soon have a Sota Cosmos 4 turntable. I curently have a very low hour Zyx 4D cartridge with the
Has anyone listened to the Grado Statement
preamp is the CJ PV-5 with 41db gain in phono stage.Another concern I have is the cartridge on the Statement cost$1,650.00 for a retip.Ouch Ouch! That seems a bit
My thoughts on Synergistic Research Tesla
nybody know whether there are dedicated phono cables in the Tesla series? From what I see on SR's webpage it would seem there aren't. Then again, the Cable Company
McIntosh MC402 Best tube preamp
MX1000U amp] -Art Audio Vinyl One phono preamp -SOTA Nova - lastest version table incl. the SOTA clamp -Origin Live - Illustrious tone arm -Shelter 90x cart
Need an inexpensive phono stage
I know little about the world of vinyl but I'm looking to add a turntable to my current audio system which consists of a Peachtree Nova and OHM Walsh
Lyra Helikon vs Skala
III and SME IV.Vi with a PS Audio GCPH phono preamp. Revel Gem speakers and B15 sub with a Krell amp. The arm is brand new and hoping it will last me a long long
Configuring my system component opinions
in decision making. Is a pair of phono preamp AND a preamp smarter? Price is always a consideration, but I am willing to splurge on a piece that will last me
Recommendations for Sota Star
in conjunction with a Conrad Johnson phono pre, CJ pre, and CJ power. Interconnects are Stealth PGS gold and speakers are Tannoy Turnberrys. I love a sweet,
Should I try the Cambridge Audio 640p
I have a PrimaLuna Prologue2 with their phono stage added. Would I do better with the Cambridge Audio 640p? It certainly is reasonably priced. Rega P3 TT Elys
Need advice on a good Phono preamp
I currently have a Music hall 5 with upgraded kimber wires . It has a new Benz Micro Gold Low output moving coil cartridge. I have currently a low
Rega P5 Benz Micro Glider, Ace, or Stay w/Exact
Amp: Mark Levinson 331 TT: REGA P5 NAD Phono Stage..Next to be upgraded Cartridge:
Help to complete a system
ty should be considered-older ones have phono whch is a plus. 3.2 should be a fine
Preamp or Surround Processor for Stereo
AVM 20, Arcam Avr300 Diva, Theta Casa Nova, etc., etc. listed here. Some of these were three and four grand new and are now selling for less than $1,000. Some
Best Dac for Jadis Defy and JPL combo
why. At this time, I am not using any phono sources, only a Teac VRDS 10 and a Mac Mini. I have a preference for the music server for its ease on use and
which 800 used phono to buy
In the used phono market the $800 price point allows for a big selection. I am looking for one that can play mm/mc cart. I prefer a musical piece that can grow
upgrade phono stage
As a given, I buy from an audio dealer who accepts trade ins, and I must work with what is available. I am thinking of either upgrading my Bias 2 cartridge
Best Phono Preamp for Music Hall MMF 5
I have been making the slow descent into vinyl, recently. I managed to find an excellent deal on a Music Hall MMF-5 here on Audiogon. I love the turntable, but
Load Settings for Dynavector 20XL
ntly have my 20xl set at 121 ohms on my Nova Phonomena and it sounds very good, but I'm still experimenting as well. I would suggest experimenting with the 75,
help identifying bass solutions with system
be greatly appreciated. I expect the phono pre is the culprit but i have no idea... I am currently using: -MMF 5 Music hall turntable(Dennon 110 MC cart) -NAD
New VPI Scout II Owner
VPI Scout II and a Musical Surroundings Nova Phonomena phono stage. This was over my budget, but I really liked what I heard. My dealer had a slightly used Lynn
Do I go vintage or newer
One more thing, don't cheap out on the phono preamp. As your phono preamp gets better, the better you'll enjoy the music. (I also recommend getting a tubed unit
Wilson Audio or JM Lab
E once. If your refering to the Jm Labs Nova BE they cost 40% more than the Watt Puppy 7's and not a fair comparison. I currently own the older Utopias, non BE
Turntable Upgrade Suggestions
Tonearm Benz Wood SM Asthetix Rhea Phono Audio Research SP-16 - Holland NOS Tubes Audio Research VS-110 Audio Research CD 3Mk II Vandersteen Quattro’s This
Best Inexpensive Preamp for DENON 103
s a low output MC cart that has greater phono amplification requirements than many. I use a phono step-up transformer device with it and my ARC pre-amp to enable
Whest 3 0RDT vs Trichord Diablo +NCPS
rsonal experience, gain matching at the phono preamp stage is absolutely critical.
Used/New Phono Preamp for Linn LP12 and Benz Micro
I am piecing back a system after a divorce years ago and just started buying up used gear. I have a McCormack Line Drive that I am re-wiring and likely
Any higher Dynavectors sounding alike to Karat23r
onsider upgrading your tone arm or your phono stage.
Good remote controled, used preamps out there
quick questions about a few preamps and phono stages out there that work well together. Current system: Maggie llla’s, VTL 140’s, Meridian 206, Sota Nova (almost a
Nova Phenomena vs E A R 868P
I've decided to buy an E.A.R. 868 preamp and I'm having a little difficulty deciding whether to get the phono stage that comes with the E.A.R. or buy a
Cartridge for SOTA SAPH/SME3009II
suggest a cartridge & phono stage combo that they like for my set up? Sota Saphire w/SME3009II improved
Scout ground question
a new Scout and a Musical Surroundings Nova Phonomena phono preamp here on Agon. I have mild hum coming from the speakers and some occasional static like popping
Tube amp suggestions for a Joule LA 200
1/2s). I also have in my system a SOTA Nova TT with a Cary PH-301 tube phono stage and an Alesis ML9600 transport with an Audio Mirror D1 DAC. The Joule requires
Fosgate Signature Phono Pre question
I;ve emailed Musical Surroundings with the same question, but didn't quite get the answer i want. Is this phono pre switchable between 110v and 220/240 v on
best cables for simaudio xlr balanced
for the rest of the system: VPI TT, ear phono stage, and My speakers merlin and apogee ribbon tweeter tweek driven together. By the way I just recently mounted the
time to make a change
attenuator and a Musical Surroundings Nova Phonomena phono, battery operated, phono pre. I used this phono pre due to gain requirements with my passive Volume
Quad II/forty problem solved
pre-amp and QC-twentyfour P phono amp, along with ESL-2905 speakers. Over the last year, I have had fuses blow frequently in the power amps, to the
Symphonic Line La Musica
I am planning on using the build in phono pre of the la Musica. My system consists of: VPI scout turntable Lyra Dorian cartridge CEC TL51x transport Wadia 12
Phono Pre/change settings on the fly
I am looking to purchase a new phono pre. I am looking for a unit that will allow me to change settings on the fly. System right now looks like this:
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