Prestonlanes Posted March 3, 2022 Share Posted March 3, 2022 I currently use the Marantz PM6005’s internal Phono Stage, but I’m thinking about upgrading to separate phono tube amp. I’ve been mainly looking at the Pro-Ject Phono DS2, but I’ve also heard similarly great things about the cheaper S2. Curious if anyone here has any opinions or experience on either. One thing I’m wondering is if the DS2 is overkill with my current set up: Pro-Ject X2 w/ Sumiko Moonstone, Marantz PM6005, Audio Monitor Bronze 2 There’s also the Vincent PHO-701, which also gets great reviews in a similar price range. Dr Robert 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxmartinxx Posted March 5, 2022 Share Posted March 5, 2022 (edited) I actually did a review of the S on my YouTube channel. Any of them are going to be a big step up from the onboard preamp in the Marantz. I'm actually getting ready to sell it, if you're interested. Edited March 5, 2022 by xxmartinxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prestonlanes Posted March 7, 2022 Author Share Posted March 7, 2022 Cool. Helpful review! Was looking at the updated S2 (or DS2), but may consider the S. Do you have an asking price? Feel free to DM me if it's easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoytis Posted March 8, 2022 Share Posted March 8, 2022 I currently use the Vincent PHO-701 in one of my systems, and it's excellent. Can't say enough about it. The tube output warms up things beautifully. Excellent detail. Separate power supply to cut distortion. Plus, I've moved to moving coil cartridges, and all the load/impedance option switches really let you dial in the sound. I've removed the 701 on a few occasions just to use the internal phono stages in amps, but I always end up putting it back. Prestonlanes 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prestonlanes Posted March 25, 2022 Author Share Posted March 25, 2022 Pulled the trigger on the DS2 after a good open-box deal came up on Turntable Lab. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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