Preference for separate phono stages?


Yes, this is a heavily 'theoretical' topic and has (probably) been discussed here ad nauseum.

So, to get on with it: who feels that a single-chassis line/phono stage is a compromise? Do the advantages of a dedicated power supply mechanical and electromagnetic separation outweigh the disadvantage of another pair of interconnects?
paulfolbrecht

Showing 1 response by jmcgrogan2

Life is full of compromises. Otherwise we all would have four chassis monoblock amps and four chassis line stages and phono stages. The only one who can answer this is you. Yes, isolation offers a better advantage. The questions are: How much better? Can you hear it? How much are you willing to spend for it?

Some will spend hundreds of thousands to get that last 0.5% of sonic purity. Others will spend much less to get most of the way there. As with all things in the audio world, the law of diminishing returns kicks in early and hard.

Cheers,
John