I can't speak for the phono input on the Belles, but I have a Bluseound and purchased the P6 with the MC ($2300) and that matches and usually beats the sound in my opinion. I do have a really good phono preamp in my integrated amp also however. I agree with Riley basically, I would not spend less then $1.5-2K on a table and cartridge. Then add preamp and cable if desired. Otherwise without a solid pre-amp, I would say it would not match the sound of the Bluesound.
Rega P2 or ...?
Do you think a Rega P2 hooked into the pre on my Belles Aria Integrated will sound better than my bluesound node 2i (amazon hd) into my schiit Gungir multibit? If no, then at what level will the turntable sound better than my digital setup?
The Rega P2 can be had for $400 so I am considering that turntable... is there a turntable for similar $ that outperforms the rega P2?
The Rega P2 can be had for $400 so I am considering that turntable... is there a turntable for similar $ that outperforms the rega P2?