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Preamp w/ Phono and Headphone

I have recently downsized my living space to a small fraction of what it used to be, as well as being a condo instead of a stand-alone house. I'm looking for recommendations for a preamp that has a nice phono section as well as a built-in headphone jack.

I have a VPI Super Scoutmaster TT setup, and Sennheiser HD650 headphones. I listen to a wide variety of music including a lot of rock, jazz and blues. I will be using active speakers.

I appreciate any input you may have. -Kirk
kthomas
ferrari
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The only one I can think of is the Emotiva USP1 preamp that has phono and headphone, plus remote operation. Can be had for about $400.00 from the manufacturer, new in the box. At that price its worth a try.

Other than that will have to see what vintage units are out there with headphone and phono.
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jfrech
1,816 posts
 
What's your price range? If you want something absolutely killer, a Nagra PL-P is very hard to beat. And has the features your asking for.

For a vinyl lover, this near heaven. The Nagra's are very reasonable used...occasionally pop up here.

http://www.nagraaudio.com/highend/doc_en/Nagra_PL-P_112004_E.pdf
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stringreen
6,368 posts
 
Most preamps with headphone outs, use cheap op amps, Because you have the excellent 650's I highly recommend you get a headphone specific amp. Look at Headphone.com.
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