Hi everyone -

I have a Rega P2 turntable and NAD PP-2 phono preamp. I recently upgraded to a Benz MC Silver cartridge.

However, the MC input on the NAD appears to be busted. So I'm using the MM input instead, which sounds fine, but I'm not confident that I'm getting the most out of my cartridge.

I know you don't absolutely need a MC phono stage with a high output MC cartridge, but what should I do? Keep the disabled NAD PP-2 and continue to run through MM? Replace it with the PP-3? Upgrade to a better pre? ($300-400 budget tops).

Rest of the setup: NAD 320BEE amp + B&W 685's.

Thanks guys. Curious to hear feedback.

Best,
Clapton