New AD-50 Phono Board

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Originally Posted by StuartR

I am new here, so I cannot yet post a thread, but I figured perhaps I would ask my question here. I am looking to purchase an E650 to be a mostly all in one system. I am moving to a new house and would prefer a less conspicuous Hifi system, and a one or two box system with Accuphase would both sound better and be more understated than what I currently own.
At the moment, I am using a Conrad Johnson EV1 phono stage and a Music Hall MMF9.1 with a Shelter 501 (V2 I believe) cartridge. Do you all think that AD50 would be an improvement over the EV1? I have been thinking to eventually change the MMF 9 to a Linn LP12 or Luxman PD 171 turntable.
Sorry if this question is out of line here...
Thanks for the help!

I can't comment directly on either the CJ EV1 or the AD50. They are more likely to sound different rather then one being better. The AD50 maybe quieter since it is a solid-state design. However I am familiar with a LP12 which has it's own unique tonal quality with recent production being more neutral but still having the amazing Linn sound. I would say the LP12 does benefit with a more neutral phono stage when partnered with an Accuphase. You are unlikely to go wrong with the AD50 but it would be best if you could audition it along side your EV1. For context I am using a LP12 with a Lejonklou phono stage and an E270 integrated.