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New mid level Turntable / cart / phono pre system
Trolled a bunch of reviews online and didn't find much information about matched turntable systems. i.e. recommended turntable with cart with phono pre
So, I'm looking for some ideas for a whole new vinyl source system or some links to reviews with ideas.
My budget is somewhat flexible but would like to stay under $6000 for everything. I've been through various turntable rigs and they were always purchased piecemeal so really interested in a set up that is balanced and synergistic from the start.
I would be looking at purchasing the turntable and cart new and set up by the dealer, which would have to be mail order. I could do a used phono pre to extend budget.
I have a strong preference for balanced outputs as my system sounds best that way and I have a long cable run to the turntable, but I know that limits my options a lot.
With vinyl I listen almost entirely to rock and reggae so I would tend to compromise in favor of rhythmic drive / dynamics / solid bass over delicacy, air, and soundstaging.
Only other thoughts are that I would prefer a turntable that does not require constant adjustments to sound its best and would like easy switching of 33 and 45 speeds.
Thanks!
So, I'm looking for some ideas for a whole new vinyl source system or some links to reviews with ideas.
My budget is somewhat flexible but would like to stay under $6000 for everything. I've been through various turntable rigs and they were always purchased piecemeal so really interested in a set up that is balanced and synergistic from the start.
I would be looking at purchasing the turntable and cart new and set up by the dealer, which would have to be mail order. I could do a used phono pre to extend budget.
I have a strong preference for balanced outputs as my system sounds best that way and I have a long cable run to the turntable, but I know that limits my options a lot.
With vinyl I listen almost entirely to rock and reggae so I would tend to compromise in favor of rhythmic drive / dynamics / solid bass over delicacy, air, and soundstaging.
Only other thoughts are that I would prefer a turntable that does not require constant adjustments to sound its best and would like easy switching of 33 and 45 speeds.
Thanks!
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You should be able to get a VPI Prime turntable/3d arm with the SDS speed controller, a Soundsmith Zephyr II cartridge, the Soundsmith CounterIntuitive and a Musical Surroundings Phenomina II phono stage ( which would be a very good setup) and stay within your budget. I know that Soundstage Direct does setup and handles these products. Good Luck! |
Can help you with a complete setup, basically as close to plug and play as you can get with a analog rig. Liberty B2B-1 Google above for reviews GrooveMaster Vintage Direct Good Listening, from their maker Peter |
It would probably be a good idea to work with a dealer,than to do it by yourself. You'll get far better results. Sense you have to mail order, here's a few places that are really good with vinyl: Audio connection, The Cable Company, Hollywood Sound, Brooks Berdan, In Living Stereo, Acoustic Sounds, Needle Doctor |