Used VPI Prime, $3k. Upgraded feet, $350. Hana Umami Red $3k with trade in. Odyssey phono pre, $1k (I think, been 3 years) Vinyl only system. Cartridge still breaking in, but sounds pretty damn good. Possible upgrades next year: Pass Labs phono pre, electronic speed control for TT, better interconnect, probably cryo’d.
That should do it for the front end.