New Analog system. where to start?


I have never had that much interest in a tube/analog system but it seem as though after reading all the raves about the sound I want to take the plunge. I am going to use a CJ MV-60 for my power and I haven't decided on a turntable or pre yet. I am a complete novice in this area so any help from you tube or vinyl guru's would be GREATLY appreciated. I have a pair of Maggie 3.6's that I would like to use as my speakers but I am open to suggestions for other, more suitable speakers. I'd like to keep the turntable set-up around $1000 for now and the pre amp priced accordingly with the rest of the gear mentioned. Thanks guys.
kgb540

Showing 3 responses by marakanetz

What is your current digital rig? I can give you an idea what you should aim for in terms of analogue. Buying a cheap TT/arm/cartridge/phono might dissapoint you too quickly.
Higher end Regas such as Rega 9 and Rega 25 can easily "factored out" and changed for better table with cheaper RB300 arm giving much better result.
The above suggestion for HW19 is reasonable. I will add Basis 1400 with Basis RB300 arm. That combo easily "smokes" Rega 9/RB900. The possible carts can be used to complete success: Dynavector 20XL...H, Benz Micro Glider L2...M2...H2.
"...easily smokes" since it has no limit on flexibility to change things arround including tonearms. My theorem states than there is no better Rega deck than Basis.