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Wavestream Kinectics Deluxe Phono

Hello,

I would like to learn more about the Wavestream Kinetics Phono Stage.  From searching the forum I have found a few comments about this piece, but mostly all dating back 10-15 years ago.

I am wondering if this piece has both MM and MC inputs?

What is the gain for each?

How does it compare sound wise / noise/tube rush, etc  to other phono stages that you've heard?

I would love to hear any thoughts that may be more recent than 10-15 years ago :)

Thank you and best wishes,
Don
no_regrets

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tablejockey
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There's an old listing on usaudiomart. It has the specs.

If you find one of these, get it.
http://theaudioarchive.com/TAA_Products_Wavestream_Kinetics.htm
It's like a sports car after time spent at the tuner.
tablejockey
3,769 posts
 
I don't have one.

Looks to be a little overkill but we're audiophools, so the more switches and knobs, the better! 

I suppose if I had a VERY nice setup with an extensive collection with unique LP's this is it. How about that air capacitor and the custom control shaft? Even the shipping crate is overengineered.
tablejockey
3,769 posts
 
"I am buying Scott's personal Level 5 Reference in like new condition."
Congrats on your acquisition-no_regrets.

"I really love the idea of having a high gain and extremely low noise all tube phono amp that doesn't rely on the use of SUT's or hybrid FET front ends."
My all tube-including rectifier is active gain(no SUT). It however, isn't in the same  league of your new phonostage.  I don't know if this is responsible for the more convincing presentation, when side by side with a few popular tubed, but FET/SUT units.
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