I just got one (similar deal as Donem)to replace my Linn Linto. Nothing wrong with the Linto, but it wa sa good opportunity to get a more future-proof phono pre at a great price. Still very much in the burn-in stage, but it is quiter than the Linto, with blacker backgrounds, more dynamic range, and outstanding soundstaging. I certainly would not call it uninvolving. It IS extremely neutral, so associated components play a big role, Big advantages for are the balanced outpt and the grounding scheme. Iwas never able to connect the ground cable to my Linot without getting hum, but the qay the Xono does it there is nothing but silence with the grounding cord connected.
