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got the HW-19, now need advise on cartridge
Thanks. I do some more research, now I have 3 on the list:1) Grado Gold1 Prestige Series - $2202) Ortofon Blue - $2253) Audio Technica AT150MLX - $325Which do you think would be a better match to the Jelco, HW-19 and DB system? I like warm and dar... 
Recommendation for analog set for $700
I got an impression that the tone arm and cartridge is more important than the table itself, am I right?I am considering that Debut Carbon also. It has a Carbon fiber arm, is it good or gimmick? 
Recommendation for analog set for $700
Chayro, thanks for the advice, I agree with you. The only reason I am interested in the Empire is that there is on currently selling locally a bit less than P3-24, and it seems it has good review. but if it is something that requires set up, then ... 
Recommendation for analog set for $700
I think I am increasing my budget, and considering two units - Empire 598 III and Rega P3-24. I think they are very different, one vintage, one modern. Which one is better? 
Recommendation for analog set for $700
please ignore the post above, I press refresh and post it twice.Lohanimal, I am not prepare to do diy. In fact, totally opposite. I don't want to spend too much time to set up and maintain. I am looking for something more plug and play with minima... 
Recommendation for analog set for $700
Lowerider57, Thanks for the clarification! I see there is a Project Perspective. I like its look. Is it a good unit? Is it one of those set and forget unit? 
Recommendation for analog set for $700
Lowerider57, Thanks for the clarification! I see there is a Project Perspective. I like its look. Is it a good unit? Is it one of those set and forget unit? 
Recommendation for analog set for $700
Latinsamba1, I personally don't think you will get a lot of improvement by upgrading the DAC.And the more I research, the more I am worried. It seems that a turntable requires a lot of maintenance. It seems the speed may go wrong, it seems it has ... 
Recommendation for analog set for $700
Sbrownnw, thanks for the advice. I see pretty solid comments on the P3. Is there other better choice out there, or that's a good one? Is it a beginner or intermediate level turntable? 
Recommendation for analog set for $700
BTW, there is a Rega P3 for sale in local craigslist for $400. It is from the 80's. It has R200 tone arm and XLM MK III cartridge. The hour of the cartridge is unknown, the seller bought it used, and put maybe 200 hours on it. Is it a fair price? 
Recommendation for analog set for $700
Thanks for the input. Can you please recommend the whole set? Including cartridge and phono preamp? Is there a specific cartridge match better with a specific turntable? Also, how about the stylus?And if I am buying used, what should I looked out ... 
Recommendations for Amp/speaker combo for $10,000
I am very satisfied with my set, it is the Almarro 318B integrated with Zu Omen Def. It is quite life like. It is way under your budget .. but I am not sure if more expensive means better. For the extra, you can spend on other stuff like a good tu... 
Almarro has poping sound, please help
Thanks. I think I will try to change the 6C33C then. I did a preliminary search on eBay, it seems it is all made in Russian? Is there any other better choice out there? 
upgrade suggestion please for Zu Omen def
Thanks. I have one more ignorant question.I am tempted to connect my Prima Luna preamp into the Almarro and see how does it sound, because I read a post that someone put a preamp with Almarro and he likes the result ( I can't remember where I read... 
upgrade suggestion please for Zu Omen def
I finally got a Almarro, and so far it is very good. But I have a question. Should I connect to the 4 ohm or 8 ohm output? I check the spec, the Zu Omen Def is 6 ohm.