I too have owned a Rhea since 07. It replaced an ARC PH 3. The only other phono stage under consideration was the Manley Steelhead as I have the Neo Classic monoblocks. When I first purchased the Rhea it was noisey so Aesthetix re-tubed it for me at no charge and it has worked fine since then all though one will never get a solid state noise floor. I have a dedicated room so enjoy a wonderful soundstage and imaging presented by Maggies and generated by a loaded LP-12/Shelter 90X combo. I am not one to change just because so until I experience a considerable sonic difference in something I'm happy as is
