I would check out some of the audio research preamps, this is their forte. I dont know your budget, but, a sp-9MK3 good starting point and its built-in phono stage is great. I personally have a Ref2MK2 driving Rowland model 9's monos. This is my 3rd ARC preamp. Solid product, solid company, great support. Sorry, didnt read about the 2 choices till now.I have a feeling if you audition the ARC pieces you may change your mind.Good Luck .........Scot
Help with preamp choice please
Hello all. I'm strongly considering upgrading my preamp and based on reviews (few high end dealers hereabouts) I've just about narrowed the choice to a Rogue Audio 99 Magnum or a Sunfire Classic Tube. I've already got an outboard phono stage that I like so that's not really a consideration. If any A-gon members have compared these two units I'd be very interested in their impressions. If anyone knows of a better choice (Amplifier to be driven is a high input impedance solid state) for about that amount of $$ please don't hesitate to say so. Thanks in advance for any and all responses.