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Phono Preamplifier recommendations for matching with Dynavector Karat 17D2
I had that cartridge for a while before I upgraded to the XX2 and used it with an ARC PH5, which I still have.  The PH5 and any other ARC phone preamp will work great with that cartidridge or any cartridge for that matter.   
Where do I start-amp or speakers ?
Start with the source components and invest most of your budget there. A great turntable and preamps can make inexpensive speakers sound great. A power amp can only amplify the quality its fed into the speakers.  Given your budget, I would spend 1...