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Just retired and want to get back to vinyl listening

I'm reeducating myself.... after years of no TT and focusing on just stereo listening.. I had a some early Klipsch Hersey’s and some GENESIS speakers pair with Yamaha receiver and low end turntable 30-40 years ago -- I can afford a higher end setup this days -- so what are thoughts on pairing a luxman l-550axII with Klipsch cornwalls?

I like the Herseys for music in the day.. cornwalls seem to be larger herseys but may well need audtion some of the tower types folks seem to tout..

I still thinking on TT -- but may get a VPI scout or prime -- thinking through the cartridge choices and other things is still a serious education -- recc?

music taster are varied -- jazz to singer vocalist miles davis - linda Ronstadt and a host of others for vocal musics and instruments- soft rock of the 70-80s- to some classical

thoughts -- looking to 15-20K for the refit for stereo listening - but could stretch some if I like the setup

steventoney
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whart
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An effective cleaning regimen is also essential, particularly if you dive into used records. There are a million and one ways, different machines, methods, etc. I've had the best success combining traditional vacuum type with ultrasonic. The latter you can DIY at fairly low cost. 
inna
7,132 posts
 
$500 Okki Nokki machine with Audio Intelligent three step fluid system and three Disc Doctor brushes works just fine. The key is to soak with fluid one and two before vacuuming off regardless of how vinyl looks. I usually soak for about 10 minutes with each, sometimes twice. And the last step is double water rinse, double water. Very time consuming.
steventoney OP
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again thanks all for input.......... been away about 4 days in Shenandoah NP visit.. only 2 weeks before moving van comes.. I’m interesting learn about separate phone stages versus say the one built into the luxman 590axII -- as this was mention in the inputs -- thanks

all the record "cleaning" devices is a whole other learning area
terry9
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Yep, record cleaning is a whole new thing. Good bang for buck too.

I use ultrasound. In my system, it made almost as big a difference as going from good moving magnet to great moving coil. For 20% of the money - actually, about the cost of a set of fairly costly cables.
nkonor
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steventoney,

Again, good suggestions from members. Record Cleaning. U.S. is best.

This site will keep you busy and your money well spent. whart and terry9 have gone the DIY route with U.S. cleaning ( A good way )

Your vinyl budget of 15 to 20k is good. Maybe a little "stretch" room if your like me and have to have it now.  So...., My suggestions.

Make your move , Pick out Your speakers. Use Your Ears and eyes. You will be the one living with them!

TT = For my (3rd TT) ; I'm almost ready to pull the trigger on a Technics SL1200 G. ( Not wait for the (10R )
Use tonearm that comes with the TT.
Cartridge = So many choices and so many that I have Not heard. Pick something in 1-2k range.

Tube Phonostage =  ( I use a Manley Steelhead ) It is spendy even if you find on used market. Zero problems, responds to 'tube rolling', Dead Quiet ( counts a lot with me ) Look for a Manley Chinook on the used market. All the above applies.

For "the stretch part" of your budget; Think Room treatments.

Enjoy your vinyl journey.
Best to you 

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