Ifi zen preamp anyone?
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Indeed, and as we are in Turntables, you presumably mean the Zen Phono Preamp?
This:-
ZEN Phono by iFi audio - Ultra-affordable phono stage from iFi audio
Fall in love with your LPs all over again. ZEN Phono — the ultra-affordable phono stage from iFi audio.
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Yes with an audiolab8000s and dual 701Indeed, and as we are in Turntables, you presumably mean the Zen Phono Preamp?
This:-
ZEN Phono by iFi audio - Ultra-affordable phono stage from iFi audio
Fall in love with your LPs all over again. ZEN Phono — the ultra-affordable phono stage from iFi audio.
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Ah, ok, well that’s the amp with line-only inputs, so the ifi should do the trick. It’s had some great reviews, though I’ve never personally heard or used one.
For something a bit plainer to look at, but with very decent sound I can recommend the Rega Fono mini, which are often under £100 used.
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It's a good phono preamp for the money but obviously haven't heard one with that combination of kit.
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Another suggestion is a Classic Audio Spartan 5 it is the same price and gets excellent reviews. Available below in the link.
https://michaelfidler.com
https://michaelfidler.com
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I’ve had one for a few months. I had a nad before and tried another cheapish one which was rubbish. I have found it to be very good with great separation. I do find it a little “bright” but can live with that in exchange for the exceptional clarity and detail of sound. It is absolutely silent in use unlike the previous comment! Time by pink Floyd sounds incredible!
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