Valve phono stage

I’m considering switching to valves for my phono stage... can any of you guys recommend any with balanced outs for around $3800?

Current phono stage is Whest PS.30RDT.

I’m currently using a Roksan Xerxes 20Plus with Origin Live Encounter arm & upgraded Lyra Skala.

Or would I reap great rewards from an arm upgrade...?

Thanks

infection06-28-2018 3:05pm

steveyork Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5 posts 06-29-2018 at 03:35pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Another vote for the Herron. I bought a pre-loved VTPH-1a MC from Keith. I loved it so much I sold all my gear and went to a Herron VTSP-3a and the Herron M-1a monos. I also had money left over which helped pay the tax man.
steveyork Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5 posts 06-30-2018 at 02:51pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Infection. My previous gear included an ARC LS-27 preamp; VTL TP 2.0 II phono stage; and VTL ST 150 amp. I’m extremely happy with my Herron set up. Somewhat reminds me of my Naim set up from 10 years ago with a tube flair.
steveyork Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5 posts 07-01-2018 at 06:53pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete There’s a Herron VTPH-2a for sale right now on A’gon. Check it out.