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I wonder whether it is worth getting a separate RIAA amplifier, and what would be the benefit. My equipment: Turntable Thorens TD280 Exclusiv with Audio-Technica AT150MLX MM-cartridge. Connected to phono in on Yamaha RX-A 2030 receiver, and Canton Reference 3.2 DC loudspeakers. I can buy a...

I was in the hi fi business for many years. I used to have a Linn LP12 / Naim tri-amp / Linn Isobarik setup. Over the years I’ve witnessed the debate between transistors and valves, CD’s and vinyl, hi fi perfection at any cost, but one thing that has never been mentioned or discussed in...