What is a good analog rig for me?


I have a very good digital front end with a EMC-1 UP and a Sony SCD-1. What would be a good rig for me that would surpass my digital one? My price point is $3000.00 to $5000.00 for everthing except a cleaning machine and cleaning supplies. That price should include a phono pre-amp.
hughes12

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Were I in the market right now for a nice used table I'd look at this VPI HW19 Mk IV with the JMW10 tonearm. Seems like a deal at 2k (firm supposedly) with its original box and is being sold at a dealer which means it is probably in great shape. Spend the money on a nice cartridge and quality transformer. The Shelter with an Audio Note transformer would be bliss.

If you could afford a genuine Kondo built transformer I would go for it as Kondo San is not getting any younger. Units built by Kondo San might become collectible upon his inevitable demise.