Newbie to analog: Hi end rigs $2-5K on used market


I last used an analog rig 15 yrs ago. I am getting a new system with the Hovland Sapphire tube amp and the new speaker system from Fab Audio (www.fabaudio.com check the news section at the bottom of the page to see a description of my system). The preamp has yet to be finalized. My musical tastes are eclectic, but alternatve rock/pop,jazz and classical (in that order) are my preference. I welcome any and all suggestions egarding TT, tonearms and cartridges.

Thanks a lot,

Mike
mikes
Give Audio Advancements/Hart a call {973-875-8075+factory direct}.The Eurolab table with a Morch/RB with Incognito wiring or Golden Gate arm and a Clearaudio Sigma Wood.$1600 +arm +$850-900 for Clearaudio.If you can afford it,go for the heavier platter on the Euro.I have owned very expensive tables and thought I would be missing out by down-sizing=Not TRUE! I use the Euro Prem. w/80mm platter,Schroeder Model 2 and Clearaudio Ref.Large soundstage,harmonic and dynamic truths and good frequency extension with no mechanical artifacts.
Laoyuap, it is easy with the Teres. The table can be purchased fully assembled, with just minor assembly to do after unpacking. You have to put the oil in, and install the spindle and platter. You have to put the belt on. You have to put the arm on. You can order the TT with the correct arm hole pre-drilled. In the case of the 245/OL silver/Shelter, it is very simple. You should have a cartridge alignment protractor suitable for Rega arms, which is the same geometry as OL, a tracking force scale, a couple of allen wrenches and a screwdriver. Most or all turntables require a nominal amount of assembly when you take them out of the box. This is nothing to be afraid of. Also, Teres has no suspension to set up or adjust.
Does the $20 Phono Cartridge Alignment Tool from Turntablebasics.com work for OL silver (Rega) arm?

Many thanks.
I went with a VPI Aries, JMW-10, Shelter 501... comfortably in the middle of your range & outstanding sound!
Laoyuap, I use the TT basics protractor, and I think it works fine. There are some who like to use more esoteric products and alignments, but I have gotten good results from that protractor with my arm.