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Looking to get into Vinyl

Hey guys,

I have been a digital guy since my early days as an audiofool. I have a niche that needs to be filled. The last year or so I have been listening too and buying a lot of war-era (WWII) music (cabaret, swing, vocal jazz, etc.) from Italy, Germany, France, US, and other places. The idea of searching and finding those rare recordings on vinyl sounds appealing to me (call me a romantic). Besides the nostalgic factor, I am only looking to make the switch for a very exclusive collection of music. What would be an all in one turntable that would suit me in the $1000 NEW range?
baroque_lover
duffydawg
58 posts
 

Hi Baroque_lover,

I don't agree with your limitation to buy new. At $<$1000.00 new I think Rega is your best choice. For the same money, I would look at a used Linn, a better used Rega, or if you can find a used VPI Scout. Also, a Sota would be a good choice.

The Music Hall is nice, but there is a substantial difference when you move to the Rega or better turntable.

Also, I would suggest that you reserve $400-$800 for a good cartridge (i.e. Sumiko Blackbird, Shelter 501, etc.) The right used table may include this.

Good luck with your choices!

Mark
markphd
667 posts
 
I would agree with the Rega and Music Hall brands as being good buys at your price point. However, I can think of no logical reason why you want new when you can get an even better table used on Audiogon for the same money.
schipo
1,268 posts
 
I had the mmf-7 and it is a good tt for the cash. But I still believe for even less you can get a used HW-19 with an Audioquest pt-6 arm and achive even better success while upgrading it along the way on the cheap.
oregon
814 posts
 
Consider a Lenco 75 rebuild. It has great sonic attributes and vaeious speed adjustment, 33, 45, 78rpm.
psychicanimal
1,738 posts
 
Either Lenco or KAB modified Technics 1200. They will smoke any TT in your price range (and beyond). Check it out at KAB: http://www.kabusa.com

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