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Question about Sufficient Gain for LO MC

I have a question about how much gain is needed in a phono stage to be able to use a low output cartridge, like a .25 or .3 mv output cart. Would 63 db of gain in the phono stage/step-up be enough gain? I realize this will depend also on the line stage, the power amp and speakers, but I am just trying to get a general idea before spending any money. thanks.
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Tom,

How is the correct gain calculated? Do you simply add the gain from the line stage to the phono stage for the total? What does the input sensitivity of the amp have to do with the calculation?
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