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Would a Better Phono Amp Improve Budget System?
I highly respect the knowledge and experience of Forum members so have a question whether an upgraded phono amp would improve the sound emanating from a budget system? I don't have the opportunity to listen to much high-end equipment so rely on Forum members for advice.
Presently I'm spinning vinyl on a slightly modified Technics SL1200 using the phono stage of the Parasound 2100 preamp then on to a Parasound 2250 amplifier. I will be significantly improving my speakers in a week or two, as my Mission 762s are old and grey - like their owner. Parasound has told me that the phono section of the 2100 is very close/equal? to that of their standalone Zphono, which has received good reviews (in its price range).
Obviously a very good phono amp will outperform the 2100 but, given the other "budget" components, will I hear a difference that would justify the expense? If I had a plan to upgrade components (on a retirement pension it would be a lengthy period of time) which would you change first, second? Thanks and Happy New Year, to all.
Presently I'm spinning vinyl on a slightly modified Technics SL1200 using the phono stage of the Parasound 2100 preamp then on to a Parasound 2250 amplifier. I will be significantly improving my speakers in a week or two, as my Mission 762s are old and grey - like their owner. Parasound has told me that the phono section of the 2100 is very close/equal? to that of their standalone Zphono, which has received good reviews (in its price range).
Obviously a very good phono amp will outperform the 2100 but, given the other "budget" components, will I hear a difference that would justify the expense? If I had a plan to upgrade components (on a retirement pension it would be a lengthy period of time) which would you change first, second? Thanks and Happy New Year, to all.
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