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Price: $229
Website: www.audio-technica.com
Thom said: For that price, it’s a solid, basic phono stage.
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The gist: You’re getting what you pay for with this one.
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Price: $1500
Website: www.hegel.com
Jason said: If you already have a Hegel preamplifier or integrated amplifier and are looking to add a turntable to your system, the V10 is a no-brainer choice of phono stage.
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The gist: Classic Hegel sound quality and value.
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Price: $13,790
Website: www.heliusdesigns.co.uk
Garrett said: Though perhaps not the analog jewel in looks that a lot of audiophiles crave, the Helius tandem nonetheless provides a spectacular mix of sonic refinement, precise engineering, ease of use, and excellent affordability at its performance level.
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The gist: Unique design that Garrett loved.
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Price: $999
Website: www.ifi-audio.com
Jason said: If you’re looking for a small, reasonably priced phono stage that sounds really, really good and is flexible enough to grow with your system, well, this is your baby.
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The gist: Don’t let the small size fool you: this is a serious component.
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Price: $1099
Website: www.project-audio.com
Philip said: For the money, one gets a European-made turntable fitted with an excellent cartridge, plus a gorgeous tonearm made from aluminum and carbon fiber, with nickel-plated parts throughout.
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The gist: Entry-level price but far from entry-level performance.
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Price: AU$550
Website: www.thefunkfirm.co.uk
Edgar said: Once mounted, what the Houdini actually does is nullify inter-relationships between cartridge and tonearm.
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The gist: Worth-a-look tweak for your turntable system.
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Price: $459
Website: www.uturnaudio.com
Vince said: It’s a standout performer and a great bargain.
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The gist: Add another $70 for a built-in phono stage.
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Price: $1000
Website: www.vpiindustries.com
Thom said: This turntable would suit not only a newcomer, but also an experienced vinyl lover on a budget who wants something outstanding.
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The gist: Don’t think of this as entry level.