Ray Samuels F-117 Nighthawk MC/MM Phono

What gain and impedance settings are you using on the Nighthawk with the DV-20XL?

I just picked up the Nighthawk to try with my VPI Classic / DV-20XL. Replacing a Sim LP3. So far, sounds great (halfway down on gain, 100 ohms though the DV-20XL manual suggests 30 ohms). A lot warmer, more lush, less metallic than my Sim.

Auditioning a Luxman E-200, and hopefully a JLTi as well, before making a decision.

Thanks Agiaccio.

Davidmag, I use an Anthem AVM50v. Not sure what the gain is, but I found that higher gain on the Nighthawk resulted in expected, quite audible distortion.

One more question on a slightly controversial topic. What TT/tonearm-to-Nighthawk interconnects are you all using? I currently run BlueJeans LC-1's (which sound as neutral as DHLabs Phantom or AQ Blue Racer II which I've tried) and I'm trying to determine if that's another upgrade I need now...