Simaudio Moon LP3 or Lehmann could be options too. As for the cartridge, you may want to try something like Dynavector or Shelter, but I am not certain how well they would match the tonearm. You could talk to needledoctor.com or hwdsound.com especially if you are prepared to pay retail or close to it. My guess is that Dynavector would match better, but it's a guess. Benz might not be dynamic enough and do bass well enough; depends on your taste.
Phonomena, vs PS GCPH, Others?
I've learned so much here as an observer but am going to request opinions proactively on this one. I've realized that I've over-done it in the warmth department at the expense of dynamics in my analogue chain. I recently auditioned a Musical Surroundings Phonomena II to replace my Pro-ject Tube Box II phono pre and enjoyed its dynamic extension. I dug it but a PS Audio GCPH has me wondering as I like my Digi Link iii DAC and could get one used for around the same. Are there other SS offerings that I should be looking at in this price range that would move me forward from my overly mellow presentation? Other stuff: Quad 22l2>Jolida 707a>Pro-ject Perspective TT w/ Grado Gold (could soon be switched to something like a Benz Ace).
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