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New setup. Phono advice

Mosha

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Hello.

I've build my first setup, and i have a question about phono (preamp). Current build:
  • Pro-Ject DEBUT EVO 2 (Pick it MM EVO)
  • Marantz PM6007
  • DALI Spektor 6
Is there any reason to buy additionally Fosi Audio BOX X5, or difference between integrated phono in PM6007 and X5 not worth it?

Thank you!
 
I haven't looked at the specs but given the limitations of vinyl I wouldn't get too obsessed with the electronics. ;)

If you are hearing hum or hiss with the stylus out of the groove (under normal listening conditions*) a better preamp may have lower noise. But once the stylus is in the groove (with the record rotating) the record's surface noise will almost always dominate.



* I haven't "played records" in a long time but I don't think I ever had a setup where I couldn't hear some preamp noise with headphones.
 
Probably minimal difference, save the money for a better cartridge later on, or more vinyl now.
 
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