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Best Value System

A lot of stuff has been written about how great this or that piece of hifi gear was and we are all familiar with such talk. Yes, we can talk about THE very best system available but how many can afford that very best system?
So, I think we should talk about the best value systems available. Yes, there are many such systems as well and maybe you good folks out there can make some suggestions so that the not so experienced players like me can benefit.
Even though I am relatively inexperienced, I am not new to hifi. I have listened to systems ranging from a couple of thousand to about a hundred K.
After going through this humbling experience, I found what I thought was my best value system and that is:
Any reasonable quality cdp with a volume control and this can be had for less than $1000 used. You can then run it straight to the ATC SCM 100 ASL (New $14000, used-between 8-10K. You only need 1 pr of interconnect. So, for between 10-15K, you can have a world class system. From there on you can slowly upgrade the front end (and maybe, add a supratek pre) You can spend many times more and you may not even get this sound quality.
I hope this doesn't bore you. After all, I believe this forum is all about value.
Enjoy.
thf
timf
237 posts
 
Good advice Stehno
thf OP
54 posts
 
Stehno, I don't have time to go into an argument. It will be a waste of everybody's time. Anyway, thanks for your great advice.
dyn3
1 posts
 
In audio equipment the best value is in the ear of the beholder. If you think it sounds good than buy it and be satisfied with what you have. Like all hobbies it can be a bottomless money pit.I have Van Alstine equipment and you can forget all the HYPE about the other stuff out there. At one time i got so caught up in what was the best equipment i can buy that i forgot what my main goal was. Just listining to the music. Check out Welborne Labs for a no hype power conditiner.
joeylawn36111
574 posts
 
If you are looking for high quality sound in a small package - I suggest the Linn Classik. Mine sounds great. I am using the Kan 4's with them - you hardly need a subwoofer.
gonglee3
304 posts
 
1) Toshiba 9200 dvd ($300 ebay)
2) Panasonic sa-xr70 ($370 on the web)
or Korsun amp (https://www.nysound.com/)
3) Vifa kits on the web (>$500)
4) DIY Belden cables (google search for them) ($120)
5) DIY room treatments (John Risch sight) ($200)


This sub $2000 system sounds liquid enough to enjoy many music - not all, but a lot.

Recommended as gifts to your parents, kids, friends, etc or for your 2nd system in the basement gym, bedroom, etc.
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