To assist the OP, I am a Phonostage Enthusiast as the minimum.
Posts shared on this forum, makes it known I have carried out extensive travelling and footwork to experience a wide range of Phon's.
SS, Valve Hybrid, Valve Input /Output, produced as Commercial Design or DIY Design /Builds are heard by myself in large numbers.
The result being I own all types of Phon' listed.
I can also take a TT from storage, which I occasionally do, and put little thought into the TT's basic requirements.
When heard through a owned Phon', the TT's shortcomings are immediately recognised.
A little effort put towards the TT's needs changes the impression immediately.
This requires little thought towards the electrical support for the TT, to perceive betterment is created.
The electrical support through producing End Sound clearly shows the benefits of the changes made to look after the TT's basic function.