What are you using for a Phono Preamp ???

[john4618]

I just ordered a VPI Scout turntable which will be here next week.

I have the Parasound PPH-100 Phono Preamp but am being told that it is an entry-level unit and will be the “weak-link” in my system, and that a higher-end preamp is a "must" if I want to get full benefit from my VPI Scout -- do you agree or disagree with this ???

I will be using the PPH-100 initially (and maybe I will love it !?!?) -- but if it truly is a “weak-link” in my system, I would prefer to get something more comparable to the rest of my system -- so I’m wondering what Phono Preamp all of you are using ???

[bhuskins]

This is an excellent unit from Musical Fidelity that I've personally used:

http://www.musicalfidelity.com/mf/en/Products/SmallX/SXLPSV3

It's the X-LPS v3 and I feel for the money it can't be beat. It definitely outperforms the PPH-100 and it doesn't break the bank either.

Brent Huskins
Media Design

[nicholtl]

Interesting...it "destroys" the Creek, they say. It must be really something, as the Creek was/is generally considered to be an outstanding phono stage for the price.