Marakanetz is on the money with his suggestions. In addition to the VPI Scout ($1500, which includes the new JMW 9 tonearm), and the Music Hall MMF5, you should also look at the Music Hall MMF7 ($1k, with tonearm), or the less expensive Rega turntables (P2, P3, etc). Last, you might also consider one of the less expensive Thorens turntables. They've made a quality table for years (good old Swiss and West German standards), and there are several models that sell for under $400 (without tonearm).
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I'm thinking about reviving my albumn collection. It's been sitting there for years!
My system so far: Adcom GFA 555 amp, PS Audio 4.6 Pre-Amp, Harmon Kardon CDR-2, Meadowlark Kestel speakers. All purchased used.
Listening includes: Bonnie Raitt, Aretha Franklin, Patti Smith, Led Zepplin, Clapton, Grateful Dead and so on.
Looking to compliment what I have- nothing too finicky or too expensive. I'd also be interested in some sort of cleaning device as that was always the big problem with vinyl for me.
THANKS!
My system so far: Adcom GFA 555 amp, PS Audio 4.6 Pre-Amp, Harmon Kardon CDR-2, Meadowlark Kestel speakers. All purchased used.
Listening includes: Bonnie Raitt, Aretha Franklin, Patti Smith, Led Zepplin, Clapton, Grateful Dead and so on.
Looking to compliment what I have- nothing too finicky or too expensive. I'd also be interested in some sort of cleaning device as that was always the big problem with vinyl for me.
THANKS!