3k budget for Turntable and Phono Noob- do I need external power supplies?


Good Day All,

Trying to put together a vinyl rig for the first time, the local shops all have Rega and Project so will likely land there however open to suggestions

Is it worth adding a $500 Sbooster or IFI Elite to either the TT or phono or both?

or should I up budget to 4k without them?

I was thinking either Rega P3 Special edition with their Aria phono or Project X1B with their balanced phono

thanks in advance

 

audiocanada

I added an Sbooster to an EAT eglo petite and did not hear a difference. External Power supply is easy to try, but I would only get one with guaranteed return policy. Maybe your local shop has a loaner power supply you can try? 

You are putting the cart before the horse. First buy the best TT you can afford. Then listen for a while before you even think of  an aftermarket PS. 

"Is it worth adding a $500 Sbooster or IFI Elite to either the TT or phono or both?"

Too much audio forum/audio website reading and brainwashing.

Something like this. Look around and get without cartridge for $1500

Mobile Fidelity UltraDeck Manual belt-drive turntable with pre-mounted cartridge at Crutchfield

Schiit Audio: Audio Products Made in USA

Set it up, avoid audio forums and enjoy