Wow,Its great to see so many thoughtful comments.
I have a Temper V and find it to be far superior to the Benz Ruby it replaced.The output is on the lower side but my phono stage's gain is 73db and i experience the same results as Sirspeedy,dynamic with slam.I heard the Orpheus but cant comment on it.It just happened to be used when i was listening to a preamp at a dealership.I did think it was the best preamp I have ever heard but the cartridge could have more to do with it then i thought.
i haven't heard the Allaerts,but the importer is a first class guy.
I hope this helps.Good luck with your decision
I have a Temper V and find it to be far superior to the Benz Ruby it replaced.The output is on the lower side but my phono stage's gain is 73db and i experience the same results as Sirspeedy,dynamic with slam.I heard the Orpheus but cant comment on it.It just happened to be used when i was listening to a preamp at a dealership.I did think it was the best preamp I have ever heard but the cartridge could have more to do with it then i thought.
i haven't heard the Allaerts,but the importer is a first class guy.
I hope this helps.Good luck with your decision