...help with building some great soundz?

#1.
You will not be disappointed!
Doak

If the power of choice #3 will work,then I would look at the PrimaLuna PL2 and Aqvox phono.You will have about 40W to play with and a phonostage to last a life-time.Not to mention,one fewer connections.

there are many preamps worthy of audition. determine your price range and then make a list of all of them.
listen to as many as you can. your education begins with the first of a preamp on your list.

personally, having auditioned the vtl and modulus preamps, i would not consider the modulus. however, my attitude is of no relevance to your ears.

it is better to gather facts and make up your own mind, free of the influence of the opinions from others.

opinions are not the truth.