I like an Odyssey Khartago amp with the Maggies. There are available used quite often and you avoid the lengthy break in. About a grand +\- used
You can order an Ear 834p phono pre direct from Ear w/ mm only and a volume control since your not concerned about a second source. Ive seen them used not infrequently. Later you can play with your own step up if/when you go mc. About a grand+\- used
For a cart, an Audio Note IQ3 with a 6.5mv output into the Ear feeding the Khartago direct should work nicely together providing a solid foundation for eventual improvement of source.
Buy a decent starter table and work your way up as funds permit.
http://www.audioasylumtrader.com/ca/listing/Turntables/Rega-Research/RP-1-W-Performance-Pack/Turntab...
You can order an Ear 834p phono pre direct from Ear w/ mm only and a volume control since your not concerned about a second source. Ive seen them used not infrequently. Later you can play with your own step up if/when you go mc. About a grand+\- used
For a cart, an Audio Note IQ3 with a 6.5mv output into the Ear feeding the Khartago direct should work nicely together providing a solid foundation for eventual improvement of source.
Buy a decent starter table and work your way up as funds permit.
http://www.audioasylumtrader.com/ca/listing/Turntables/Rega-Research/RP-1-W-Performance-Pack/Turntab...