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Speaker Recommendations for my Vintage Marantz 2270 and Miracord 50H MK II
Paraneer,Doesn't have to be a vintage speaker.  I agree with your assessment in looking at 8ohm with high sensitivity.  Ran my old 103's with a Pioneer SX-838 50wpc and while they could crank never blew a fuse.  Also, the room this system will be ... 
Speaker Recommendations for my Vintage Marantz 2270 and Miracord 50H MK II
The 2270 was refurbished with all new caps etc. just recently. I contacted the shop who did the work and am going to have them change out the speaker posts to spades. $100.  At the price point I paid for this I would have had to pay 3-5 times it c... 
What to upgrade first for better sound quality?
Yes that is what I have for equipment. But before I upgrade to MC cartridge I need phono stage. Since the MAC has a low input impedance on line stages of 20k I need to make sure it is compatible. Right now I'm leaning towards the Herron VTPH-2 but... 
What to upgrade first for better sound quality?
Yes I have the MAC MA6600 retail $6,500. My first inclination was to get an external phono amp that could run both MM and MC cartridges. This way I could use my current cartridge later upgrading to a MC. I was leaning towards either the Herron VTP... 
Is it time for a phono stage?
Miner42. have you tried any separate phono pre yet. My amp also has a built in MM phono which some have told me is pretty good. However without comparing it to a separate phono pre there is no way or me to know. 
Is it time for a phono stage?
For the time being I plan to stay with the MAC. However I do see going to separate Amp Preamp in the future. That being said I would anticipate not going with one with a built in phono stage so I want one that is flexible. I appreciate all the res... 
Recommendation on MC cartidge and Phono Preamp
Which model is it? Is it a good match for my Mac ma6600? 
Phono Preamp recommendation for VPI Prime
Thanks for everyone's input. Being new to a lot of this it gives me a lot to think about. The biggest issue is not always having the ability to try a phono stage first. Al I was considering the Rhea but was unaware of the technical issues. My max ... 
Phono Preamp and Cartridge selection
Dougdeacon,Thanks for you insight. Having just ordered a new table in the VPI prime and also have a good MM cartridge I agree the next step is a good phono stage. And your recommendation would be? 
Phono Preamp and Cartridge selection
Sorry. I meant the Quintet Black. 
Phono Preamp and Cartridge selection
I just recently purchased a Ortofon 2m black which is currently in my Miracord 50h Mk II. I plan on putting this in my new VPI. They also recommended the Ortofon Cadenza Black. Retails about $250 more than the 2M Black. I agree phono stage is will...