best phono stage to mate with a London Decca Super Gold cart?

Yeah, the stock JJs are very musical but too warm and lacking detail. I have had Croft preamps for many years. My current 25R works magically with my Decca SG (with John Wright Paratrace diamond - which takes it to a new level.) I use a Jelco 750L arm which is a ridiculous bargain and wipes the floor with the Rega. See my Virtual System for more info on both the Decca and Croft and tube rolling.

@nordicnorm

Thanks for the follow up. Didn’t mean to disparage the RB300 which I like. The Jelco bearings is where it’s at. Improving the wire can improve the sound but not the performance, if you know what I mean. Thanks for the 12ax7 LS recommendation. I bought a pair. Feedback to follow when they arrive.

Against popular wisdom, I run my Decca into 47k. I tried 33k on the original Super Micro and felt it calmed the music enough for it to rob some of the air and dynamics. I believe that as long as the TT and arm provide a vibration free anchor for the Decca, electronic damping is not required.

Don't tell everyone that the Decca thrilling excitement is caused by ringing!