Complete 2.0 System for Under $3k?


Hi, I am new to the forums and relatively new to higher end audio so am looking for advice on the best way to construct a system on my budget.

I am trying to assemble a turntable, speakers, amplifier and anything else that I may need for under $3,000. I do not mind a mix of new / used equipment as long as it is relatively easy to find.

What would you recommend?

Appreciate the help!
gehrm
What I've learned about this hobby is that the most important thing is is room/speaker interaction and proper placement. If you place speakers where they look best or are most convenient, the system won't sound much if any better than if you bought a big-box store system. If you get better results, it's purely luck IMO.

Obviously the components are important. Inthink we sometimes get too caught up in recommending gear and probably take set-up advice for granted.

You've been advised on and have chosen some good components. Research them a bit more and try to hear everything you can, within reason. Just make sure you set the stuff up right, otherwise you're not getting your money's worth. There's plenty of resources available for this, and we're always here too.
Appreciate all of the help!

I will be moving to the Bay Area if there is an audio club / shop in the area anyone wants to make a recommendation.
Demo Yamaha a-s2000 integrated amp and some new improved BOSE 901 series 6 version 2's....WHY PAY MORE !
Perhaps?:
http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?spkrfull&1311300248&/Thiel-CS3.5-

http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ampstran&1310219446&/Threshold-S500-

http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?preatube&1311944356&/Conrad-Johnson-PV-7-tube-pream

http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?anlgtabl&1309632224&/REGA-P2-Dealer-Dem-w/warranty-
Gehrm,

I think you should buy a nice pair of speakers first (I am not familiar with the ones you mentioned, Vandersteen might also be your cup of tea) and a Rega or similar turntable along with a cheaper amp, maybe Outlaw Audio with phono.

I would not recommend tubes at this time because the cost would likely rise above your price point to get the quality you would want.

my two cents...