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Dad needs phono stage recommendation for daughter

So, my daughter wants a turntable and that made my day. We are looking at entry level tables such as the new Uturn Audio tables, and the Pioneer PLX 1000 being the upper $ limit as she is saving up for this herself. We're looking for a separate MM phono stage that will better the stages that can be found built into some tables. The phono stage will be used with her Peachtree iDecco amp. Of course, a plus would be MM/MC, but our budget is under $500. I am completely unfamiliar with phono stages in this market, so any recommendations?

Kenny


kennythekey
kennythekey OP
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Jond, those are a couple of great recommendations, but I think we'll be looking at new, because my daughter will need a little time to save up for the phono of choice.  By then, the listings may be gone, so a question of timing.

Yogiboy, I'm somewhat familiar with what's available, but don't have any idea how their sound compares. It would be difficult to compare these in the real world. So, looking for best recommendations  amongst the group of contenders.

Rar1, This is the advice that I'm looking for and will look into the Parasound, so thanks.
Kenny
toddbrom
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Check out the SCHIIT MANI PHONO $129. Lots of reviews. Hands down a winner.
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kalali
1,977 posts
 
+1 on Schiit Mani. Get a Swagman linear power supply for $125 to replace the wall wart and she'll be all set.  
czarivey
5,657 posts
 
vintage pioneer SX636 receiver will be good. it has good phono built-on.
joey54
429 posts
 
You might want to look at this, iFi - Micro iPhono 2 MM/MC Phono Preamp-

https://www.musicdirect.com/phono-preamps/ifi-micro-iphono-2-mmmc-phono-preamp

This has gotten consistently good reviews and is within your budget.
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