Integrated vs. Separates on a Budget

$3000 is my max.

TIA

klimt12-13-2021 9:58pm

klimt OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 171 posts 12-16-2021 at 05:41pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I was going to test the ProJect table with a decent but cheap phono amp and keep the table if I like it. After that I plan on buying a decent amp most likely an integrated with a good phono amp I'll consider the Parks :Puffin though.
klimt OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 171 posts 12-16-2021 at 05:44pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Lots of good info here. Thanks again!
ditusa Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,901 posts 12-16-2021 at 06:04pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @klimt, The Schiit Ragnarok integrated amp has a good phono amp +a DAC. Cost $1700. https://www.schiit.com/products/ragnarok-1
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mesch Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,524 posts 12-16-2021 at 06:39pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete You have been given much good advice. You can use the Bluesound internal DAC into your Denon. Possibly upgrade to a stand alone DAC later. The Mani is a good one purchased direct from Schiit with 15 day return, $129. Based on forum threads an upgrade to the power supply makes a significant improvement. I have a Music Hall phonostage I could loan you for a month or so to try out the TT. PM me.