I went down this road 7-8 years ago, and it can be a bumpy one. My own lack of knowledge was my biggest stumbling block.
I would advise you to read as much as you can regarding arm and cartridge set up before purchasing.
I, in a fit of naievety, bought an entry level table and cart, thinking that was all I would need. Wrong. Upgrades in all aspects of record playback ensued for several years, much of it caused by not knowing how to get the most out of whatever equipment (analog) I had at the time, before moving up in quality and expense.
I got to the point where I realized my mistakes, and am now more than happy with my current vinyl rig.
After enjoying a VPI Signature Scout for several years, I decided I wanted a vintage table, and that's what I will keep for the long haul. Don't get me wrong, the Scout sounded very good, but it couldn't hold a candle in looks or performance, to my DIY Garrard 401.
Before buying, try to listen to tables you are conisdering purchasing, if you have to travel to dealers, so be it.
Go slow, and learn about the subject. As with all things audio, it's a complicated subject, with a nearly unlimited amount of options to choose from.
Do enjoy the trip, though.
Regards,
Dan
I would advise you to read as much as you can regarding arm and cartridge set up before purchasing.
I, in a fit of naievety, bought an entry level table and cart, thinking that was all I would need. Wrong. Upgrades in all aspects of record playback ensued for several years, much of it caused by not knowing how to get the most out of whatever equipment (analog) I had at the time, before moving up in quality and expense.
I got to the point where I realized my mistakes, and am now more than happy with my current vinyl rig.
After enjoying a VPI Signature Scout for several years, I decided I wanted a vintage table, and that's what I will keep for the long haul. Don't get me wrong, the Scout sounded very good, but it couldn't hold a candle in looks or performance, to my DIY Garrard 401.
Before buying, try to listen to tables you are conisdering purchasing, if you have to travel to dealers, so be it.
Go slow, and learn about the subject. As with all things audio, it's a complicated subject, with a nearly unlimited amount of options to choose from.
Do enjoy the trip, though.
Regards,
Dan