Budget 2-ch vinyl playback system?


I want to put a simple, inexpensive (but nice) 2-ch system for vinyl in my office but have no starting point as my main gear is all digital and I have never owned a turntable.

Don't worry about the speakers, I will build something under the guidance of Selah Audio, tailored to the rest of this system as I have done for my main system.

There is already a good thread on budget turntables so I will refer to that but I think that leaves the need for a preamp and amp as open questions.

Please let me know your thoughts regarding this topic.

Thx
kooshballa
nad PP-2 phono preamp, used about $80, and your choice of "brick" gainclone amp--by Topping, HLLY, SMSL, or others. I like the TA2024 or LM1875 chip-based designs, but if your speakers need more power, try other class-d based amps, most about $100 or less. Amazingly-good sound, reliable and affordable.
When shopping for a dedicated phono preamp awhile back...the Project box(standard issue-non tube) and Grado PH-1 were head and shoulders above the competition...at least at their respective price points...I also demoed the low end ROlls (Red Unit) $50 as was pleasantly surprised by its performance....FWIW...I have owned entry level REGA/Projects in the past...one really needs a dedicated wall mount to make them work properly...something I was unwilling to due...hope that helps....
Rega RP1
Rega Brio R

I have this set up and it is unbeatable for the price. Phono is built into the amp so no need for a phono pre amp.
08-01-13: Kooshballa
Thanks, this is good info.

04-16-14: Pacmi03
Rega RP1
Rega Brio R
I hope after 8-1/2 months the OP figured it
out.