Preamp Phono Stage v Standalone + Linestage


I am thinking of changing preamps, and am wondering peoples thoughts on pros and cons of using a Preamp with an Integrated Phono Stage vs a Standalone Phono Preamp (that then feeds a linestage preamp, yes?)

I have never had a standalone phone preamp

Hoping for a lively discussion and also recommendations and favorites
lester_ears

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Point taken.

But hard to answer. everything is in transition. But I live in a world of mostly $500-2000 pcs of equipment.
A $2500 phone preamp is probably not my world
One system is mostly Linn.. LP12, amps are LK240s, preamp changing weekly.. a YBA, Classe , BAT VK3i or a Linn Kairn.
In the other room, offline right now, is the BAT VK60 and the BAT pre will go back with its mate.
Speakers are also passing in and out..
Do I see a trend from your postings?.. importance of primary phono amplification is not to be underestimated?
Am I seeing a correlation being made to the CD's DAC?