If I remember correctly (I’m too lazy to scroll to the top) I read the word “love” at least twice. You said, I love my system, I love the sound...something like that. Very powerful words! Any old school audiophile will tell you that. We fell in love with our stereos and thrilled at the sound of music. Then...we got bored*, or, had extra money and decided to change something. Years later and thousands of dollars later, we lost that loving feeling and chased the dragon. You have a very good system. You love it. Continue to enjoy it as it is. IMHO, buy an IKEA shelf and hunt for records and enjoy the music. Do not start down the path of audionervosa. *After years of working trauma (I’m a surgical RN) I come to realize that boredom can lead to some very bad decisions.
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