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Phono Pre-amp for Analog Newbie

OK, I am going to take the plunge and go "Back to the Future". I am buying a turntable. After much research, and a lot of listening, I am leaning heavily towards a VPI Scoutmaster. I am looking for advice on:

1) Cartridge (type and make)

2) Phono pre-amp (it will be going into an Anthem AVM30, or I may upgrade to the D1 Statement). I would like to get one with XLR output if possible, or does that really matter?

3) Reasonbly priced cleaning machine.

4) Other "extras" I will need.

Thanks!!
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Lots of good stuff above, imho.
How does the scoutmaster price out against a used HRX is a question I'd be pondering.
I've enjoyed the dynavector 20xh & the Lyra Helicon sl on my Aries, depending upon how much cash you want to throw at it. (I also liked the Shelter 900 but that is a guilty pleasure because everyone sez it is a missmatch and honestly it was a bit exagerated on top and bottom but I loved it with rock and roll).
For phono stages, I'm very happy with a Hagerman technology trumpet & step up tranny & have read good reports on Jim's lower priced stuff also.
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