Quote Originally Posted by blackraven View Post
Thats why I posted that it probably has to do with system matching. I love the sound of my Nagaoka MP-200 cartridge and the Bellari Preamp with the NOS 1950's Raytheon Black Plate tube. That tube has really transformed the sound of the Bellari. I was going to upgrade to a better phono pre but I will put that on hold for now as I will probably
up grade my DAC first. I was looking at a Wyred 4 sound but I may go with a Bel Canto or an Auralic Vega if I can get a used one at a good price.


I am also using a $9000 BAT preamp and a $6000 Pass amp. Both of these will improve the sound of just about anything I throw at it. They are truly amazing.

Jack, I am sure that your Pass amp and Cary preamp have done the same for your system.
Maybe I'll pull out my Dual 1225 turntable and see how it sounds with my amp and pre. You never know what you'll hear.