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Looking for a more solid-feeling turntable (and maybe a new preamp)

Hey all,

This has been my system for years:

  • Line Magnetic LM-218IA

  • Davone Ray speakers

  • Shindo Aurieges preamp

  • Rega RP10 with a Dynavector XX-2 cart
     

The Rega’s been good to me, but I’ve never fully loved it. It just feels a bit light and fragile—both in physical build and in the way it presents music. I’m looking for something that feels more grounded, stable, and confident. Obviously I’m also looking for something that would complement the LM and the Rays.

The Shindo I do like a lot, but if there’s something out there that keeps the musicality and adds a bit more clarity or grip or that works in conjunction with any turntable recommends, I’d be open to hearing about it.

I listen mostly to rock, electronic, ambient, experimental, some jazz.

Budget is around $10k all-in.

Appreciate any recommendations!

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jwillox
204 posts
 

Don’t let the “heavier is better” marketing get you.  
the turntable is a great table. 
Take a look/eval at the Audio Technica ART-20 - $3k or so

its the follow-up based in the ART9xi with an iron core. 
beautiful presentation with plenty bottom end, even on my much more basic Rega 3. 
Don’t know about your phone pre. 
 

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imjerrys
23 posts
 

Acoustic Signature tables are very solid, and heavy. Whichever model meets your price target should answer your need.

I have a Montana Neo, and am looking at their Double X Neo if I decide to downsize.

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dekay
5,855 posts
 

What is the Rega placed on and have you experimented with such?

 

DeKay

 

gickcf
14 posts
 

Some would say that VPI and Rega are opposite ends of the spectrum. Maybe consider some in-betweeners. Suggestions are Clearaudio and Pure Fidelity. Good options within your budget. 

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