The Accuphase C-47 or recently released C-57 accepts 4 inputs and is probably amongst the best phono stages currently available.
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The current phono stage is an Esoteric E-03, which I am quite content with. I have an Origin Live Agile w Transfiguration Proteus on one input and an OG Kiseki Blackheart on an Audiomods 12" Series 6 on the other.
I have a third tonearm, an Audiomods 10.5" Series 6 in the system with a Benz Micro Glider on it going into the onboard phono stage of the Trinov. Which is OK, but not excellent. I have a 4th tonearm that may come into play some day.
So what do you like in good quality phono stages that may not be TOTL pieces. I know the Darlington is a popular answer. Graham Slee often is. Some folks like the SOTA Pyxi.
Thoughts on output devices, topology and so forth are certainly welcome. Not a SUT user so that is not on the table. I have to admit that small format stages are interesting, like the Ray Samuels Nighthawk.
Any thoughts?
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dwette, I would take issue with your idea that it is relatively simple to disconnect and reconnect the DIN connector. That is only true if your plinth permits easy access to the DIN connector by reaching in from underneath the top surface of the plinth. Not many plinths meet that criterion. And in many cases, it would be impossible without some disassembly of the TT itself. It would be a lot easier to disconnect and reconnect RCA or XLR plugs at the phono inputs. Neon, Are you looking for good phono stages that can service more than one tonearm independently or just good phono stages that do not cost an arm and a leg? If the latter, there are a myriad of good choices especially in the "pre-owned" marketplace. |
I didn’t mean that as a general statement (I should have been more clear). I was referring to my particular use case, which is why the Boulder with two inputs is still suitable for using my three arms in rotation. I have a Clearaudio Master Innovation. The DIN connectors are exposed under arm boards that mount swinging away from the plinth where the arm mounts. It literally takes me about 5-10 seconds to remove the DIN connector from one and attach it to the other.
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That’s some table @dwette very nice! |
@neonknight I use Whest Two.2. It’s relatively compact. Has one input. It’s not romantic or sweet or warm sounding. Just very transparent and honest. It’s super quiet as well.
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