Recent content by Peter Lenoel

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    How can I tell if my hi-fi system has a phono stage or pre-amp?

    Thank you Daytona and DougK, I will investigate those suggestions. Lockdown has brought this about and I decided that my system needed an amplifier upgrade so I opted for the Onkyo A-9110 to replace the Sony. I am still waiting as they seem to be rarer than hens teeth and don't appear to be...
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    How can I tell if my hi-fi system has a phono stage or pre-amp?

    Based on my system, can you suggest a suitable replacement cartridge?
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    How can I tell if my hi-fi system has a phono stage or pre-amp?

    I'm sorry, but I do not understand your last post. If you are referring to the cartridge and stylus, all I can say is that it is a Sure cartridge, but I have no more information about it, such as model or serial number. Do you think I need to change the cartridge?
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    How can I tell if my hi-fi system has a phono stage or pre-amp?

    Thank you for your prompt response. It does have a Phono input so I will go ahead and complete the set-up.
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    How can I tell if my hi-fi system has a phono stage or pre-amp?

    My system comprises a Sony STR 313L receiver/amplifier, a Pioneer PL514 turntable and a pair of Mordaunt Short Pageant 2 speakers - all bought in 1980. I've recently set it up after years of non-use and wondered if it was missing anything or could be upgraded at reasonable cost.