Ive narrowed my cart for the VPI to the Lyra Dorian or Lyra Argo. Those with Lyra cartridges here, what phono stages, SUTs have you guys paired them with. Would appreciate some insights.
I have a multi cartridge rig. Stereo is Koetsu RSP and Mono is Lyra Helikon. I have a modded EAR 834 and have been very happy with it. Great performance without breaking the bank.
I second the EAR 834p. The Lyra's have a reputation for being analytical (in the best sense of the word), so a good tube preamp makes a good pairing. I would say, however, that you are probably doing it backwards. Find a phono stage that you really like, and match the cartridge to it. My reasoning is that the phono stage will last far longer than a cartridge.
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