First phono stage upgrade


Hi everyone,

Looking for some perspective on upgrading my phono stage.

I got a Rega RP8 and a Vincent PHO 8 as a first step into analog a few years ago.

My Exact cartridge got damaged during a recent move so I sought out advice here on a replacement.

I traded in my Exact for the Ania Pro and arranged to sample some phono stages at a local shop.

After replacing the cartridge, they demoed my table with Musical Surrounding Nova III and a Black Ice Audio F159.
 

After several hours, the sales guy says they're closing up in a few minutes and asks if I would like to try these units at home.

I ended up taking just the Nova III with both the stock Wall Wart and optional ($650 ish) power supply.

I wanted to A/B test the power supplies first.

Then A/B test against the F159.

Are these units (or this "range") a good next step?

Am I shooting too high or low?

Still very new at this.

Thanks!

 

hleeid

@gestalt Hi Colin!

Apologies for the long overdue shout out!

Yes. Absolutely loving the Konus!

Definitely a made a big improvement with the turntable and cartridge, and in my listening room, and my ears.

What I posted doesn't quite lend justice in describing the complete satisfaction and confidence I have enjoyed during my phonostage upgrade journey.

I have no business affiliation with Colin or Gestalt Audio.

But I am now another extremely happy and loyal customer.