I agree with DS; it's the obvious initial step.
First "audiophile" system, now what? Suggestions for best "bang for the buck" upgrade?
After being beguiled with mp3s and the TV AVR, I finally realized I missed having a dedicated stereo system. With a budget of $2400, here is what I put together:
ProJect Carbon 1 w/TizoAcrylic platter and Ortofon Red cartridge,
Hagerman Bugle2 preamp,
Vincent V-60 tube amp,
Martin Logan 12 speakers.
No special wires or cables. My room is 14x19 that is open to the kitchen. Compared to what I had been hearing, this system sounds fabulous. But now I want more fabulous. So I am writing to seek help on making short term/long term plans to upgrade. Short term means the biggest improvement in sound that costs $500 or less. The long term plan could cost maybe $2-3k or more. I have read that going from Ortofon Red to Blue might be a an inexpensive but very noticeable improvement? If speakers are my weak link, then maybe Martin Logan electrostatics would be good (when my ship comes in)?
I welcome any suggestions.
ProJect Carbon 1 w/TizoAcrylic platter and Ortofon Red cartridge,
Hagerman Bugle2 preamp,
Vincent V-60 tube amp,
Martin Logan 12 speakers.
No special wires or cables. My room is 14x19 that is open to the kitchen. Compared to what I had been hearing, this system sounds fabulous. But now I want more fabulous. So I am writing to seek help on making short term/long term plans to upgrade. Short term means the biggest improvement in sound that costs $500 or less. The long term plan could cost maybe $2-3k or more. I have read that going from Ortofon Red to Blue might be a an inexpensive but very noticeable improvement? If speakers are my weak link, then maybe Martin Logan electrostatics would be good (when my ship comes in)?
I welcome any suggestions.