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Turntable and cartridge setup known for a marvelous bottom end.

I could use some advice. I am thinking on upgrading my Pro-Ject Classic turntable and Hana SH cartridge. My speakers are Monitor Audio Gold 300's. They go down to 30 which isn't quite a subwoofer spec, but because they are so darn close, I really don't want to complement them with one.

 

What I am thinking is rather that getting a sub, with your help I would upgrade my turntable setup with a turntable and cartridge that has been proven to have a wonderful bottom end.

So far my only guides have been the end of year rating in the audiophile magazines. For the most part these guides are over the place.

The only turntable that shows up in all the audiophile magazines is the very affordable Rega P-10. They all report that it is a splendid turntable, but not once have I heard of anyone marveling over its bottom end. I'd like to keep the $$$ down to around 10 grand. Thanks for your help.

 

The phono stage is Parasound JC3+ going to a Benchmark LA 4 pre-amp to a Benchmark AHB2 power amp.

Thanks

 

marshinski15
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hifi59
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"Right now, the Pro-Ject Classic goes to a Pro-Ject Tube Box DS2 then to my AVR Dennon 45H for amplification."

Put some USA Baldwin (Raytheon) 1959-1962 yellow label NOS tubes in the DS2 if you want it to sing at its best. I've tried them all and these tubes were by far the best. Can be had for well under $100 a pair. 

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hifi59
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"I think there is nothing below 20Hz on vinyl record."

except the frequency of a large warp on an album. Thus subsonic filters.

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miken426
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I’m using a Thorens TD124 classic turntable with RMG 12” arm (one of a handful of good 12” arms) and Ortofon SPU-1 S round needle MC cartridge. Stunningly balanced frequency response with beautiful low end definition. Key is a properly serviced/set up table/tone arm/cartridge to achieve maximum results. 

sokogear
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Make sure to address any vibration/isolation issues with the table. Wall shelf will help. Can make a tremendous difference. So can pods or roller blocks.

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limomangus
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Yes I felt the bass like crazy when I had my system in my basement and had a sub attached. But that was when I was having a party and the Funkadelics were playing or watch a movie....

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