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Originally Posted by tima
The Ref Phono 2 offers selectable gain of 51dB (low) or 74dB (high) when its balanced outputs are used; using its single-ended outputs, gain is 45dB (low) and 68dB (high).
Single-ended interfaces can be more prone to hum and grounding issues.
There is the typical audiophile debate about the merits of balanced vs single-ended circuitry and cabling, so you may get a variety of viewpoints.
Perhaps there is a different way to consider this: since you have a lot of McIntosh gear, inquire of the manufacturers of your balanced electronics about why they chose to offer balanced circuitry in their products and what they think of a balanced system vs one that is not.
Inasmuch as a typical stereo cartridge is a balanced device and the rest of your system is balanced, there is the opportunity to maintain a fully balanced system.
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tima
Thanks a lot for your input !