Dear @jakesnak : When an audiophile, as you, is looking for that kind of quality level in a phono stage means that owns " thousands " ( or at least hundreds. ) of LPs and 1-2 top LOMC cartridges along TT and tonearm in the same league.
The Grail is a very good stand alone unit and in its price range and quality exist other alternatives that maybe you would like to look for.
Which your analog rig including the phono stage in use and your MUSIC/sound reproduction priorities? if you disclose it we can give you a better advises.
Regards and enjoy the MUSIC NOT DISTORTIONS,
R.
The Grail is a very good stand alone unit and in its price range and quality exist other alternatives that maybe you would like to look for.
Which your analog rig including the phono stage in use and your MUSIC/sound reproduction priorities? if you disclose it we can give you a better advises.
Regards and enjoy the MUSIC NOT DISTORTIONS,
R.