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Getting back into analog

It has been about 10- 12 years since I had a turntable in my system but I am going to change that now. My question is should I buy a preamp with a builtin phono or buy a outboard phono preamp? My current preamp is a CJ CT6, I think it is quite good but I am open to any suggestions.

Price range for a preamp ($4,000 - $8,000) new or used. If I keep my preamp $1,000 - $2,500 for a outboard pre.

I have not purchased a turntable yet but will soon.

Thanks, any suggestions would be appreciated.
bobheinatz
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marakanetz
5,473 posts
 
What TT setup would you plan to build before you decide on preamp?
I prefer a full function preamp since it would save an extra wire run and rack space.
vectorsa
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Your Pre is a very good one. I have the CJ 15 PHONO STAGE. If you have the possibility to afford it (~3K$ used unit) you will have an excellent match combo units. Remember, as Marakanetz wrote to you, you will meed an extra wire (~500$) and rack space, but additional careful you could take in consideration if you are planning to use a very low signal output MC cartridge.
tbromgard
814 posts
 
My opinion is that you are far better off have a built-in phono section. Particularly in your price range.
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