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IMHO, not enough gain in my Phono stage

I use RegaP3 table with Denon DL130 high output cart through Rotel stand alone phono stage. I noticed that my CD source has much better volume levels. I have to turn my LP source volume Up on my amplifier and turn it DOWN when the source is CD.
I am thinking I am not getting enough gain form the Phono stage. It is standart Rotekl stage ,they make only one model and it is both MM/MC. It is reviewd favorably for its equalisitaion and sound, but I am startiung to think that it is a weak link in my chain.
BTW, I use Music HAll 100W AB receiver to amplify the signal.
I know there are 101 better or more expensive phono pre-amps out there ,but I want marked improvement without spending $1000.00.
What say you? Which Phono stage I should try to improve my sound and volume?
dkzzzz

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elizabeth
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The output of CD players is very high (2 watts) compaired to the 'classic' sources such as FM tuner (0.25 volts) and phono pre also 0.25 volts. (tape decks 0.25 volts too)
The odd and huge jump in output was right from the start of CD player production. Most likely to take advantage of the "louder is better" theory of marketing strategy.
You problem is thus normal! Everyone has to turn down the volume when going from LP to CD!!!!!!!!
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