My setup is J.A. Michell Gyro SE $1500, Rega RB300 $425, Benz Micro M.9 $1000, AR PH3 hybrid phono $1000(used) + a collection of 600 records 75%rock(progressive, underground, classic), 20%Jazz, 5% classical that I've bought on different websites, garage sales, countries and stores averaging $4 per piece.