Need p-stage for Sota/Audioquest/audiotechnica


I just got a new (to me)sota star with and audioquest pt6 arm. The seller recommended an audio-technica oc9 cartridge, which after doing a little research seems like it might be a good, first MC cartridge. Unfortunately the phono-stage in my pre-amp won't support an MC cartridge.

Trying not to get hit in the head with a Calphalon pan, I need to keep this p-stage relatively affordable. I was looking at the Project Tube Box, the Jolida JD9 and a few others in that price range.

Any preferences or other suggestions? Thanks!
grimace

Showing 1 response by elevick

Grimace, stick with your shure for now. Consider an external phono stage that will take both mm and mc. That should help. Then consider a new cartridge? Honestly, borrow my Cambridge 640 for a couple of days and see how much that helps. I think it is the best "budget" phono pre.