When you are trying to upgrade, I think you need to have a clear picture of what you are trying to improve. Your system looks pretty damn good and, considering everyone here is stabbing in the dark, I would not overlook better speaker cables. I recently upgraded my speaker cables and they made a profound change for the better to my Harbeth P3. Bigger, fuller and just plain better-sounding to my ears. In some systems, cables make little difference, but they can make a huge difference in others. I have experienced both situations.. Good luck in any case.
Dedicated Vinyl system next upgrade?
Hi. I love my system. I really do. I love vinyl and listen to vinyl nearly exclusively via “appointment listening”. I do Sometimes stream and listen while I walk or while working but I love just sitting and listening to my stereo. I believe I’ve arrived regarding finally achieving a great set up and have experienced that vinyl “magic” that audiophiles obsess over. I understand that limitations exist and a great stereo will reveal the quality of a recording - good or bad. The law a diminishing returns regarding upgrading is something I’m mindful of. I don’t have endless funds to spend on upgrades. My question is - what should I consider upgrading next? Should I ditch the integrated amp considering I’m using an external phono stage? Or should I go with a better integrated amp? Or should I look at a better cartridge? Do I upgrade my turntable or just the tonearm? Do I upgrade the power cable on my amp?
Here’s what I’m currently working with - and thanks for your thoughts/suggestions!
Clear Audio Concept Turntable
W/ Hana SL cartridge
Herron Audio VTPH-2a Phono Stage
Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum II integrated power amplifier
Kimber Kable speaker wire and interconnects (I forget which model - an entry lever set - nothing crazy)
Bowers and Wilkins 805 D3 stand mount loud speakers
Set of two stereo REL S/510 subs
Here’s what I’m currently working with - and thanks for your thoughts/suggestions!
Clear Audio Concept Turntable
W/ Hana SL cartridge
Herron Audio VTPH-2a Phono Stage
Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum II integrated power amplifier
Kimber Kable speaker wire and interconnects (I forget which model - an entry lever set - nothing crazy)
Bowers and Wilkins 805 D3 stand mount loud speakers
Set of two stereo REL S/510 subs