Rogue 66 or AES pre?

David 99 what do you use in the Phono section.

I received the Rogue 66 a couple of days ago and love it.Using the Rogue has brought more "air" and "bloom" and overall a more relaxed presentation. What I thought was a good deal on the 99 ended up being a miscommunication. He quoted me $1100. for a 66 lsr and not the 99 lsr. Now I'm considering doing the Magnum upgrade for the 66. What can I expect from the upgrade? Thanks, Brad

Bradz,give the 66 at leat one or two months so you get realy familiar with the sound.At that point you might want to do the upgrade.I am glad you like it.Its worth way more than it cost's.
To many equate cost to performance and belive it has to be better if it costs more.
The Inner Ear Magazine uses this approach.When you cut through the BS you realize all magazines sell adds not sound Musical advice.

I agree with your thoughts Leaf. I'll think to wait a couple months for the upgrade is a good idea. It'll give my ears a chance to know the sound. Can you recommend a ic between the 66 and amp and also tweaks(cones,tubes,etc.)? Thanks, Brad

I use a sand filled cigar box the preamp to add some wait.I also dampened out the entire body with soundcoat.It adds significant weight.No cones as of yet.Mullard 12AU7 in the line stage.I use Coincident IC very good.There is a used set on the site at 200.00 a virtual steal.