New to TT's some advice questions


Hi all,

I have not owned a TT since the 80's. All I remember is that is was a Pioneer.

I am looking to add a table to my to be combined HT/Stereo rig.

In the the $2k to $3k range without cartridge are there some initial suggestions you can make? How complicated is it to set-up and maintain a TT? I don't think I am a stupid guy but ease of use would be nice I suppose. Just kicking things off and I would like some info before I go to the dealer. They have a used Scout Master (18 months) I believe he stated and I believe it has a Benz Cartridge but I cannot remember the one from the initial phone chat.

I am actually going to audition a pre/amp, Simaudio P-7 and I would really like to get into vinyl so I want to purchase at the same time. Currently I just have a Rega Saturn CDP.

It will be safe to say that Simaudio will most likely be the pre/amp in some flavor. I have a Simaudio Titan multi-channel amp and perhaps I will add a stereo amp someday but that is what I have for now. Speakers are Dynaudio Confidence C1 and REL B1 sub.

If you could give some suggestions I would appreciate it. Other forum sites have also suggested ClearAudio.

Anyone with thoughts on Simaudio phono pre-amp?

Thanks so much...
dynguy

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Thanks Guys for your feedback. I believe I am committed. I just love my speakers so much. I have been using a the NAD Masters M15 since I have owned the Dynaudio Confidence C1s and the Simaudio will be my first stereo pre/amp.

I have not listened to CDs etc like I would like to. I went in to audition a new HT pre/pro to replace my NAD and during the audition I enjoyed the experience so much (listened to a Classe stereo pre/amp). I didn't but these wonderful speakers (my opinion) just for HT and I am ready for the next level.

I research everything to death before I audition. The salesman at the store is strongly suggesting I listen to a used unit they are selling for someone. I believe he stated it was a Scoutmaster and I do not remember the cartridge. A $4500 rig at $2200 I think he said. 18 months old. We will see but I am just trying to be armed with my own opinions thru suggestions and research before I go.

My taste is classic rock, pop and Jazz and R&B. I really have enjoyed listening to some piano and other intrumentals as the C1s are great for this.

I want to check out the Simaudio stereo pre/amp, cleaner and a cartridge are not part of my listed budget.

A short list from the little bit of research.
Music Hall MMF 9.1
Rega P7
Project RM10.1
VPI Classic 1 or 2
VPI Scoutmaster (the used unit)

The VPI Classic seems to get some really excellent reviews here. Whats the diff between Classic 1 and 2?

Thanks guys...