@ghdprentice The OP is a recent convert / return to a Vinyl Source individual.
I was looking at the approach, and it being inquisitive about what was able to be created from the methodology of adding gain to the sent Signal.
My Post was solely to reiterate the Analogue Source is a Mechanical Function until the Coil is to receive data extracted from the groove modulation by the stylus and sent through a conductor to become a conversion to electrical signal in need of a variety of stages of gain being added.
My experiences have guided myself to the place, where I stand strong in the notion a properly set up Analogue Source, that has the mechanical interfaces optimised, is showing much betterment as a design. It is in place that really allows the sent signal to be exploited to the full potential by supporting devices to help create the End Sound from the Source.
I have witnessed over time, much more influential individuals than myself, state similar things I am stating about what is required prior to the electrical interface, in relation to the geometry used for the Stylus within the Groove. I myself believe that a correct geometry is paramount to sending a accurately balanced signal.
It is a discipline to put Mechanics and Geometry over gain methods used for the electrical signal processing.
When the electrical side of the requirement is prioritised over using optimised methods for controlling unwanted energy transfer and alignment / dimensions for the geometry. It is safe to say the 'Horse has already Bolted'.
Generally, the TT>Tonearm>Cart' are sort of looked after by their owner, i.e, the TT is not on a Wooden Floor, the Tonearm dimension for the S>P is within a mm, the Cart' Stylus is local to the null points and looks OK to the eye horizontal and vertical level. This as a set up will play music and I am sure it is to be thoroughly enjoyed.
Generally, what is missed, is just how far forward a presentation and End Sound can jump in betterment, when the well known disciplines for a Vinyl Source are worked towards having them in place.
