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RE: Analog Rig - Upgrade Suggestions Needed

I agree with geoff that a phono stage would be a good upgrade. You can get a really good one for $2000. I have the Rogue Ares and love it. The Manley Chinook is also well regarded.

Either will give you the flexibility to enjoy a better cartridge. I love the Soundsmith Zephyr mkii, but wouldn't say no to a dynavector xx-2 or ortofon cadenza bronze if I had the cash. I'd also like to try the Audio-Technica ART7.

I have the VPI prime and it made a tremendous improvement to my system, coming from a Scout 1.1. I think the arm is a large part of that, so would recommend a 3d tonearm wand as an upgrade.


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