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Phono Preamp Recommendations

I realize this is a fairly open ended question but I’m looking for recommendations for a phono preamp. Would like to keep it under 3k but am flexible. I’m using a Pro-Ject Xtension 12, Sumiko Palos Santos moving coil cartridge through the phono preamp in a Mytek Brooklyn+ DAC. Amp is a Hegel H160 integrated and Wilson Sabrina speakers. I’m not familiar with tubes but wouldn’t rule them out. I haven’t started auditioning phono preamps yet but would like some recommendations to start the process. The preamp in the Mytek is good but I believe my system would benefit from a dedicated phono preamp. Any guidance is greatly appreciated.
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gloco
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@audioartcable I also own the Adagio and I've been curious about tube rolling it.  Do you mind posting which tubes you purchased and from where?  Thanks!
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snackeyp
455 posts
 
I love my Parasound JC3+.  Previously owned the JC3 and upgraded to the +.  I have yet to hear better.  
markd51
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 I've been very happy with my older Sutherland PhD Battery Powered Phono Stage that I've had about 5 years now, and will agree that Sutherland makes some very nice products.
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slaw
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I’m a K&K Trio owner.

The fact that the designer doesn’t schmooze the audio press, does not for a minute, make his product a non-contender. In fact, his products represent a great value for the money.

(Actually, one would be surprised in learning where his circuits designs are being implemented currently.)
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audioartcable
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@gloco, I ended up with the sameas stock  JJ 5751 's fronting the input per Scott's recommendation to go with low-noise NS in those positions. Got these from VIVA Tubes.  I also ordered Phillips Miniwatt EF86 Mesh Plates and Brimar CV4003 tubes from Upscale Audio rounding out the set.  Rick @ VIVA, and Jared @ Upscale were both very helpful with selections, and the Adagio is sounding particularly good now. 
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