Cool '80's retro!
With the built-in pre amp, do you still need a phono input on the receiver or amp?
The built-in amp is only for moving-coil cartridges. Currently I'm only playing it through my PC, and the Stanton preamp definitely helps "warm it up" a bit. The preset EQ curve duplicates the RIAA curve used when LPs are mastered; really brings out all that the vinyl can offer.