System Advice

@aarongreenb ,

For a thousand bucks new, you get a lot! Sabre dac, mm phono, 80 watts, definitely a contender. I myself look for deals on higher end used, like @jl35 suggested.

Quick sidetrack to @jl35 , was the Signature worth the upgrade?

For me, the Signature absolutely worth the upgrade...

$1k for a integrated, and $1k for a TT. Would go the used route. 

Figure out what things you need and what things you want. That should help you figure out what to buy. With used, you are stuck with what is available. 

1. Power (watts)

2. internal pre-amp (MC or MM&MC?)

3. internal DAC, streaming, or nothing

4. remote control?

5. size, where will it live, does it have proper ventilation?

6. EQ, room correction, tone controls

On the TT

1. size, do you have a space for it

2. MM or MC

3. Full auto, full manual, or in-between?

4. belt drive, direct, idler?

5. arm type, ease of use/setup

6. headhshell?

The Yamaha AS801 is a great integrated with an honest 100 wpc and a very decent DAC. It’s well reviewed and costs $899 or less. Alternatively, the Marantz PM7000n has less power but built in streamer function and a good DAC. Music Direct has some open box and close out deals on Rega P3 for around $1000. I would avoid used unless you know the seller personally or it’s a brick and mortar store with excellent reputation. Good luck and have fun!