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Phono Stage, How much do I need to spend, New or used.

Hello all, I need some opinions on Phono stages. I currently have a VPI scoutmaster with a vessel MM R3SM cartridge and a Schiit  Mani phono stage. This set up just does not fill the room like my digital does, anyone have any opinions on what I need to do to make this happen. How much do I need to spend on a phone stage, new or used.
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schubert
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+1  for lehmann , a jewel.
bigkidz
3,311 posts
 
what does any amount of money have to do with SQ?  It is in the design of the component that matters most.
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jjss49
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@bigkidz

what does any amount of money have to do with SQ? It is in the design of the component that matters most.

??? 

are you reading what the op is asking?

jhajeski
119 posts
 
+1, Herron VTPH-2A


if it’s above your $$ limit, look at the Parasound JC3 Jr., it’s little less than half the cost of the Herron.   
dover
2,173 posts
 
If you are on a budget the Hagerman Cornet3 tube phono is good value at $439 new.
Going up to around 1$k - EAR 834 tube phono is great value for money.

JLTi is a good phono, better than the Lehman in my view but given your requirement I would look for a tube phono.
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