gemoody

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Turntable and amp combination
Yamaha makes nice integrateds for the money...and they have something to fit most price/quality ranges.  Personally like them in silverface va. black. 
Yamaha A-S2100 vs Technics SU-G700
Interested to hear responses to your question. .  What is your take?  Have you done any more research? 
Time for the Dynaco to go, Affordable Integrated or Separates for Wilson's Under $2.5K?
I like the Yamaha integrateds.  Now that the A-S2200 is out, good deals can be had on an A-S2100.  Solid.Good luck on your quest.  So much fun to do the research knowing you get to pull the trigger soon. 
iPad directly into Amp - okay idea? or bad idea?
Try using an Apple Camera Adapter to get digital out of the iPad, then go into a DAC. For me the Schmitt Modi 3 ($99) does the trick, do not let its low cost or the money grabbers fool ya.  If you want a fun project, build a Raspberry Pi streamer/...