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Phono Pre-amp for Analog Newbie

OK, I am going to take the plunge and go "Back to the Future". I am buying a turntable. After much research, and a lot of listening, I am leaning heavily towards a VPI Scoutmaster. I am looking for advice on:

1) Cartridge (type and make)

2) Phono pre-amp (it will be going into an Anthem AVM30, or I may upgrade to the D1 Statement). I would like to get one with XLR output if possible, or does that really matter?

3) Reasonbly priced cleaning machine.

4) Other "extras" I will need.

Thanks!!
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A lot of great recommendations above...

After a year and a half of the "merry-go-round" I've finally settled on the following and feel no need to upgrade anything at this point...

Cartridge: Dynavector 20xL

Phono-Stage: Dynavector P-75 (operating in Dynavector's "PE" Mode with the 20xL this is pure magic...)

RCM: VPI 16.5 (I've run the Nitty Gritty's and this wipes the floor with them...)

Other: AIVS Record Cleaning Fluids and Disc Doctor Brushes; Last Stylus Cleaner and a bottle of Stylast

Prepare yourself to question all that money you've spent on digital gear and software over the past two decades...
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