New mid level Turntable / cart / phono pre system


Trolled a bunch of reviews online and didn't find much information about matched turntable systems. i.e. recommended turntable with cart with phono pre

So, I'm looking for some ideas for a whole new vinyl source system or some links to reviews with ideas.

My budget is somewhat flexible but would like to stay under $6000 for everything. I've been through various turntable rigs and they were always purchased piecemeal so really interested in a set up that is balanced and synergistic from the start.

I would be looking at purchasing the turntable and cart new and set up by the dealer, which would have to be mail order. I could do a used phono pre to extend budget.

I have a strong preference for balanced outputs as my system sounds best that way and I have a long cable run to the turntable, but I know that limits my options a lot.

With vinyl I listen almost entirely to rock and reggae so I would tend to compromise in favor of rhythmic drive / dynamics / solid bass over delicacy, air, and soundstaging.

Only other thoughts are that I would prefer a turntable that does not require constant adjustments to sound its best and would like easy switching of 33 and 45 speeds.

Thanks!
nikturner920

Showing 1 response by zd542

It would probably be a good idea to work with a dealer,than to do it by yourself. You'll get far better results. Sense you have to mail order, here's a few places that are really good with vinyl: Audio connection, The Cable Company, Hollywood Sound, Brooks Berdan, In Living Stereo, Acoustic Sounds, Needle Doctor