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I am kicking the idea of trying out vinyl. It’s been a long time since I had a turntable and it took a lot of thought whether I can deal with what always seemed like the snap, crackle & pops of an album. Anyway, I’ve decided to take a plunge after all the buzz how awesome it is. Of course before I make any final decisions, I always turn to the Audiogon community for their expert thoughts, opinions and education. I’m also looking for suggestions for a nice affordable table with tone arm and cartridge. Being the fact this is new to me and I may hate it, I’m looking for suggestions on the best affordable set up I can do for a new or used in the price range of $1000/$1500. I’m sure I can get a better bang for the buck going used. I just don’t know anything about these animals. My system is older but I still enjoy it which consist of a Mark Levinson 23.5 amp, Proceed AVP 2+6 used for 2 channel audio, Audio Acoustics model 9 speakers, Ayre DAC for digital with Transparent Audio Ultra mm2 cables. Any input is greatly appreciated!
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luvrockin OP
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@whart thatbis what I thought about the pressing. gsheppardbuster who has gone well beyond the call of duty had also commented similar on possible pressing issues. That is not really a deal breaker on the LP. Just didn’t know if I had a tracking issue or something along those lines.

I live in the Midwest. I have (2) whole house humidifiers. I really don’t know how to get anymore humidity based on outside conditions. If I crank up the humidity much more, then I get a lake on all my windows frames from the glass pouring h20. I may try adding a portable humidifier just in that room. My thought is water seeks its own level. As the furnace fires up and I pull air from my listening rooms return air, that RH will probably drop and in theory gonup in the house? Anyway, I’ll keep poking with it and give it a shot. 
mr_m
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In regards to the faint signal you hear just prior to the music starting is indeed, print thru. Peter Lederman of Soundsmith told me that the louder this sound is, the better the azimuth alignment of the cartridge is. It can be used as sort of a tool for cartridge azimuth alignment.
kreber
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I have a like new 2040 PE (Perpetuum Ebner) turntable that was considered to be top notch when we purchased years ago.  It has hardly ever used and stored in our residence closet for many years.  We purchased a second needle Shure M-91E-P20, at the time, which I remember was approx. $100 in the day for the needle cartridge alone .  That needle has never been on the platter. My husband has since passed away and I am looking to downsize all of his audio/stereo equipment including a Dokorder Reel-to-Reel which I think was a good unit.  Is this a place to be able to do so or can I be directed to a site to help in selling these types of products.  Thanks for feedback!  
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mechans
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@Kreber my condolences as well.  You can get the equipment packed for you by UPS among others for example.
There are other issues.  You need to know the value of the gear you're selling.  It would be good if you had a friend of your late husband who also knows audio.. Otherwise there is a blue book on this site.
You can list the equipment on a site called "Audio Asylum" for free but it will reach a national audience, shipping will be a concern, unless you say local pickup only. Of course some high end audio is sold on Ebay 
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