GIRL NEWBIE

Glad to have you here. I would encourage you if you are new to this that some exposure to different kinds of equipment is most important. I'd be less concerned with the distinction between new and used at this point as price seldom equates to the musical pleasure that will be important to you, at least until you become neurotic like the rest of us. Bear in mind there are some classic combinations out there (NAD/PSB and Blue Circle/Reyanud to name just two) if you need both amp and speakers for your source. And if the turntable is old you will need a cartridge and someone knowledgable to tune it up. Also listen with your heart and your ears and don't cheat either one when making decisions. Probably goes for life too.