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Originally Posted by daveneumann
Thanks Joe. Did you audition a VAC preamp as well as the phono? While the Renaissance line stage is within my budget, if I went with VAC I would hope to stretch up to the Signature SE, maybe used.
By the way, the 260.8's are great amps, I had them before my current XA60.8.
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I didn’t audition the VAC Line stage. I had already auditioned the EMM Labs PRE and traded in my XP-22. The difference was immediately heard. I didn’t mention the EMM though as it is not within the price range you are seeking. But they are excellent.
The Signature SE would definitely be a step up. I just purchased my system, but if I upgrade my current VAC it would probably be a Statement Phono. They are really good. My dealer also carries Octave Audio. It too is a great preamp.