Need Phono Amplifier


Can someone please recommend a phono amplifier for connecting my Onkno turntable to my Arcan Solo Mini amplifier (line input)? Obviously, this is not a main system and I prefer not spend $200+ on this device. Radio Shack and Fry's Electronics do not carry phono amplifiers. I am looking for a unit in the range of $25 to $50. Is this possible? Are there any stores in the San Francisco Bay Area that carry inexpensive phono amplifiers?

Thanks...
hgeifman

Showing 1 response by cmalak

Here are some options:

From AudioAdvisor.com (30-day money back guarantee):
Cambridge Audio 540P ($99): http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=CA540P
Musical Fidelity V-LPS ($99): http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=MFVLPS

Both of the above are great value for the money.

From NeedleDoctor.com (offering 10% off on all orders):

Esoteric Sounds Rek-O-Kut Profession Phono Preamp II ($69.95): http://www.needledoctor.com/Esoteric-Sounds-Rek-O-Kut-Professional-Phono-Preamp-Incredibly-Accurate-Frequency-Response?sc=2&category=36638
Bellari VP-29 ($76): http://www.needledoctor.com/Bellari-VP-29-Phono-Preamp?sc=2&category=36638

Just make sure you know what type of cartridge you will be using (MM or MC) and that whichever phono pre you go with will be able to support that type of cartridge.

Good luck