Understanding phono stages/What to look for?


Everything from little boxes to full size components. Very few reviews. What should I look for. I have purchased a Black Cube to use with a 30 watt tube integrated. Although I have not been home yet to audition any of it. Why the huge differences in phono stages? I am using a Nottinhgham Interspace w/Rega tonearm OM20 switching soon to a Dynavector 20 low output MC. Will I want to stay with the Lehmann? Lots to learn, Louis
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I have been using the BC on one of my systems for four years now. I am considering only the optional power source. I like the easy settings, and the sound is great. On my high-end system (read: high-for-me), the Linn has one for twice as much that is made for it and tucks nicely inside. And, similar to yours, my BC is being used with a 35 watt tube integrated. So I doubt you would want to consider anything else unless...
But the huge difference comes from the relatively new need for them in a, thank God, growing market for fifteen unbroken years. I have heard great stuff from the outboard CJ, but I feel no lack in the Linn. If I had another table in my best set, I would seriously consider it.