Nice vintage $2k Turntable, cartridge, and phono stage
I currently have a current version Rega P3, I am looking to make a change. I have been drawn recently to vintage turntables especially with wooden plinths. The looks of the turntable are important (maybe more than they should be). I would like a good looking TT with a modern phono stage, used is fine, and a good quality cartridge. I’d be happy with a “good” not necessarily great sounding setup to go with my Simaudio integrated and KEF R5 speakers.
Anyone have any experience they can share?
Have you read the Recommended Components lists published by Stereophile & The Absolute Sound? Lots of ideas there, all vetted by people who compare such gear all the time. Another source is anything that Michael Fremer has published, such as his TrackingAngle & older AnalogPlanet reviews & YouTube videos. Mikey has never let me down. And re: buying used gear, lists from past years are available on those magazines’ Web sites. |
If one of the offers in the link is attractive and is purchased for close to the price seen at present, the overall cost will increase by approx’ $400 to cover the services handling and Packing for Shipping + Shipping. I am not familiar with US local import fees, but to the UK I calculate for 25% addition to a purchase price. Looking at options there is the chance to have a DP-80 at the door for between $1000 - $1500. A 100V Power Supply will be required to have the item put to use. https://www.fromjapan.co.jp/japan/en/item/search/Denon+DP-80/Al_11_Yh_RaSuBpRmMrMv_N_N_0A00ja00_N/ Or the DP-75 https://www.fromjapan.co.jp/japan/en/auction/yahoo/input/x1088330779/ |
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Well I finally bought a refurbished Pioneer PL-518 turntable. It is almost a match of what I had in the late 70’s. Its coming with an inexpensive cartridge, and I am looking to replace it immediately. I am looking at a Denon dl-110. I’m curious if anyone has any thoughts if this is a good match. I’m also looking to upgrade my phono stage as well if anyone had thoughts about that. Vinyl is my third option behind streaming and CD’s. I don’t have an extensive album collection, so I’m looking in the +- $500 range, preferably used. Any thoughts are appreciated.
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