The MMF5 is a nice table for starting out in analog, or for adding analog to your HT system. It is very easy to set up, and is almost a "turnkey" package.
The phono section of your receiver should be adequate to match reasonably with the cartridge that comes with the MMF5.
I'd recommend a dedicated stand for the TT, which is lightweight and rigid, and relatively low to the floor, so it doesn't "sway" around.
It is a good idea to learn how to set up the cartridge alignment, so you can check to see if the factory has done it correctly before you play. I have heard of the Music Hall tables being a bit out of alignment from the factory. It would be good to check it, and also learn how to do it.
You can get all the stuff you need at http://www.turntablebasics.com
A mirrored alignment protractor($20), a vertical tracking force scale($20), a carbon fiber record brush(about $20), and a stylus cleaner would be a good start. A Zerostat gun is nice, especially in the winter when the air is dry and builds up static quickly.
As soon as you can, a good record cleaning machine would be a very good thing to have, since it will make your records sound much quieter because the dirt will be removed from them better than a brush can do.
Enjoy your music!
The phono section of your receiver should be adequate to match reasonably with the cartridge that comes with the MMF5.
I'd recommend a dedicated stand for the TT, which is lightweight and rigid, and relatively low to the floor, so it doesn't "sway" around.
It is a good idea to learn how to set up the cartridge alignment, so you can check to see if the factory has done it correctly before you play. I have heard of the Music Hall tables being a bit out of alignment from the factory. It would be good to check it, and also learn how to do it.
You can get all the stuff you need at http://www.turntablebasics.com
A mirrored alignment protractor($20), a vertical tracking force scale($20), a carbon fiber record brush(about $20), and a stylus cleaner would be a good start. A Zerostat gun is nice, especially in the winter when the air is dry and builds up static quickly.
As soon as you can, a good record cleaning machine would be a very good thing to have, since it will make your records sound much quieter because the dirt will be removed from them better than a brush can do.
Enjoy your music!