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Want to start my analog journey

Ok am not in a place where I can audition turntables and phono preamps so I need some advice.

I would like a system that won't exaggerate the highs if my Thiels, but complement them with warm mids. I have a BAT vk-3ix preamp with a Parasound A21 amp and Thiel CS2.4's. Based on a total budget of $2500 i need advice on a turntable, phono preamp, a cartridge and a cable. I know it's not a lot of cash, but I will be able to upgrade cartridge and cable at a latter date so I can "sacrifice" up front a little there if it means better core gear. I'm open to new or used.
last_lemming
bpoletti
1,553 posts
 
You might start by looking for used phono stages that will handle low output moving coil carts. Look around the $800 price point.

For a table and cart it's hard to go wrong with a VPI Traveler and an AT-OC9ML/II. That combo is about $1700.
zd542
5,339 posts
 
Use your BAT for a phono preamp. You can add a phono card to it.
last_lemming OP
639 posts
 
Does using the BAT require it to be sent in or can I do it myself?
zd542
5,339 posts
 
I believe you can install the card yourself (VK-P3). I'm not 100% sure so may want to check with BAT on this.
last_lemming OP
639 posts
 
I just emailed BAT to check on installation.
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