I have been into high end audio for 50 years, turntables at the beginning were the only source. Looking at your system I would say your weakest link likely to be your preamp/phono stage. These two components are critical in getting the most out of your turntable. Looking at your TT / cartridge… I would put all the funds you can into a high end preamp and phono stage, go for used at $2,000. More would be better. This should get you to the next level.
Turntable - The Next Step
Hi All. I currently have a Rega P3 turntable with an Elys 2 MM cartridge and my phono amp is a Musical Surroundings Phonomena II. I am looking to upgrade in the near future. What would be the logical next step up to significantly improve my experience? In an effort to limit expense, will replacing one part of my set up (i.e. cartridge, amp, turntable) do the trick with this kind of budget - phono amp < $800, cartridge < $400, complete turntable , < $2000? Thanks in advance for your thoughts!
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@infection : Unsure as to the specific tonearm. It is original to the TT purchased about 6 years ago.
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How about: 1) Hagerman Trumpet MC phono stage 2) AT33PTGII cartridge 3) Technics 1200GR I have the above with the only difference being a Technics 1200G. This is a great combo...goosebumps on great recordings. Please don't listen to the nonsense about removable headahells. It's so wonderful to be able to fine tune azimuth and have a bunch of cartridges on headahells at the ready. |
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