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Need help selecting a preamp under $1500
Can any one please provide some guidance on phono stage of something like the Fisher 400 vs Conrad?I like the idea of an integrated tube amp, but since the phono section is the most important thing that I am trying to solve, i don't want to sacrif... 
Need help selecting a preamp under $1500
Thanks Mechans for the response. I will add the Cary Pre to my list.In regards to your question: my memories of LP is that of a warmer sounds, more full bodied than the more analytical sound of a CD, and that's what I am trying to get to.I underst... 
Need help with first Mcintosh for turntable
Thanks Nick_sr for the help.I think that you are right, and that a good tube preamp might be my best route.The decco is 40W RMS, and given the size of the room, and the fact that I live in an apartment, it might be strong enough to satisfy my volu... 
Need help with first Mcintosh for turntable
Any one can help me out here? Any idea what's likely to deliver better results?1. 1200mk2 -> Vintage receiver (Marantz 2270 / Sansui 9090 / Mcintosh 6200 / mcintosh 4100)2. 1200mk2 -> Bugle / Cambrige -> peachtree integrated dac/amp3. 120... 
Need help with first Mcintosh for turntable
Thanks Nick for the response. I don't think that I'll go with MC heads. ESP not in the beggining, as I am still a rookie with everything TT. I am trying to think what will maximize the yield of my money, and how I can most easily end up with a swe... 
Need help with first Mcintosh for turntable
The technics is currently without a cartrige. I'd rather first settle on the setup before buying one. For the record, the ~$1,000 budget was not taking into account the cartridge/needle/cables. It is just for one of the below options:I am still tr...