Like you sort of indicated - it depends...some here have a streamer and nothing else...others have various digital, phono, tuner, tape... I need more than 2 for main system...secondary systems sometimes a single input is enough...used an Odyssey Cyclops Integrated with a CD Player...
Do Preamps only Need Two Inputs in the New World?
I finally made the move into a high quality DAC - a used Denafrips Venus II 12th. With that part finally sorted and my digital sources (DMP A6 and SMSL PL200T) connected to it, I only use one input for my digital stream and one for my turntable. I do still have a tuner connected but do not use it due to distance from stations.
With a great Phono Stage and a Great DAC is there a need for the added complexity. Due to the rapid changes, I do not think that an expensive preamp or integrated with a built in DAC is a good idea.
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