Absolutely speakers first. Find some you really like the sound of at resellers and friends. Notice what they’re paired with at careful listening can shape your component decisions also. One of the things to recall about speakers is that bookshellf speakers with stands take up about as much room as floor standers. Bass reproduction desires could steer you towards floor standers too.
Should speakers be upgraded before preamp and amplifiers?
On a two year plan to upgrade my system. Wanting opinions on what to do first, looking to spend $10-15k, listening room 14x 30 x 8. Currently have Von Schweikert VR-2 speakers Sansui 9090db receiver Pioneer PL-a35 turntable. Would like to try a system with tube preamp. Thanks