I need your help. I have an ARC Ref 3, ARC 110, Vandersteen 5As, but no turntable.


I am looking for suggestions for phono amp, turntable, arm and cartridge to match my existing system. The ARC110 does not have a phono, so I am stuck as to what will pair best. Thanks for your thoughts. JMW
jaym759
We all know the 1200g is a great turntable.  I must say that the VPI scout with acrylic platter is an insane bargain.  I went and put my Lyra Delos on it and though it is not as revealing as a 1200g,  it does have a very nice analog sound.  The Lyra Delos seems to be the right weight and compliance for the JMW 9.  Is it a 1200g, no but i am having fun listening to it.
One more thing. Tonearm cable. It is the most important cable in the chain, again don't save on it and don't rush with the choice.

You can call Rick at Audio Alternative, Ft. Collins, CO.  He has several!!! thousand LP's at his store along with many, many turntables and I am sure he knows a thing or two about them.  Have a great day. 
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