I know this thread is rather old but since I just I have had my ANK L3 (built by Digital Pete) for about 6 months I felt I was now in a position to provide an educated opinion. The L3 is a great phono pre with a very nice expansive sound stage. I have a Rega RP3 TT with an Exacta II cart. The combination with the L3 provides by the far the best sound I have ever had with my vinyl collection. I really enjoy the AN sound.