Researching solutions for purchasing a system


I am looking help purchasing a system components, less turntable, to take full advantage of my vinyl collection. I've made an attempt to research practical solutions but have become thoroughly overwhelmed. All I have to show after several months of hard work is that I believe I'd like to have tube based pre,and mono block amplifiers. I don't care about about brand name or looks (too much), but would like to budget $3-4k for these. Speakers - Again, overwhelmed but have grown to like the sound of Magnepan (3.6) w/tweeters and sub (if needed). Budget for the speakers is about $3 to $4k. Any help is appreciated!
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Finally some solid direction! I'd like to respond to all by mentioning that I enjoy mostly any vinyl from the early 70's to present including rock & Motown, typically groups that have recorded in well equipt (quality) recording studios. I would prefer to buy modern, previously owned/upgraded components and would like to ask for specific model numbers for the AR,CJ, BAT, Bryson, Cayin and VAS potentials. Elizabth, I have a local shop that upgrades the 3.6s w/"super tweeters", "conditioning electronics" and high-quality (internal) wiring. I've listened to them w/subs (because they were needed) & they the combo was very impressive. Any comment on them needing upgrades or was that smoke & mirrors ? Thanks everyone!
If tubes you want, look at the Cayin & VAS offerings. Great sound, value, both in initial purchase and resale.
What are your listening habbits? What kind of music will this system play? At what volume levels? How often do you listen? I think the amplifier/speaker match will probably be your most important decision. Example: if you listen to small jazz groups, chamber music, or acoustic and will not drive at loud volume levels, then maybe a horn speaker with SET tube amp may be a solution. I'm not saying this is how you sould go, but again, just an example.
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