Upgrade question. Rega RP3 or RP6.


Hello,

I am ready to upgrade my set up.
I am debating between a Rega RP3 and RP6 with the stock Rega cartridges. I listen to a variety of music with a large portion of my collection being punk rock. The one thing my current set up is lacking on is bass.

*Will I hear a huge difference in sound quality with one of theses over my current turntable?

*What is your opinion on RP3 with upgrades VS stock RP6?

*Will I notice a huge difference between a stock RP3 & RP6 on my current 2 channel receiver/speaker set up?

*Will a pre-amp sound better over the phono input on my receiver?

*Can anyone recommend a shop in the Los Angles area that demos Rega?

Thank you for any input you can provide on my questions.
gregdreg
I found a stereo shop 5 minutes from my house that carries Rega they had a RP1 and a RP10 on display it was nice to see a Rega in the flesh after reading so much about them. The guys at the shop were really cool and knowledgeable. Unless I find a killer used table I'm definitely going to be buying from them.
Not a rega fan. To me their tables are WAAAAAAY over rated. I prefer the Pro-Ject in sub 2K tables
Hi Vernneal,
Which Pro-ject model in the $2000ish price range? I would be more then happy to research your recommendation. -Greg
Pro-ject over Rega? Name one Pro-ject TT you will recommend over the RP6 under $1500.00 Vernneal?

I can name you a few TTs I would not hesitate to buy over Pro-ject at $1500.00:
Clearaudio Concept
VPI Traveler
Rega RP6
Sota Satellite
A Rega is a great choice for a starter table. Set it and forget it. I would start at nothing lower than the RP3 with TTPSU.