Hey Guys,
I am looking to purchase a new 2 channel setup with turntable soon and was wondering what people think about the setup options below? I'm really interested in getting in to vinyl and I listen mostly to female vocals, rock, alternative, and indie music. Thanks!
I would say that my total budget would be about $3k. Less would be better of course! Overall, I just wanted to get a straight forward audiophile level system with integrated amp, turntable, and bookshelf speakers (space constraints in my room plus don't want huge floor standing speakers). Having the ability to connect my airport express or apple tv via optical input for airplay would be a plus but my main point of going with such a system would be for listening to vinyl. Anyway, looking to get in to a nice higher end starter setup!
Here are the components I've identified as possibilities so far:
Speakers: B&W 685 S2 or KEF LS50 or Revel m106
Integrated Amp: Marantz PM7005 or Creek Audio Evolution 50a or Arcam FMJ A19 or Hegel h80
Turntable: Rega RP1 or Pro-ject Debut Carbon
The only thing I'm reasonably certain on are the KEF LS50's. I know they may be a bit short on bass but I could always add a sub later if needed. Other than that I'm up to suggestions!
Thanks in advance!
Hey Guys,
I am looking to purchase a new 2 channel setup with turntable soon and was wondering what people think about the setup options below? I'm really interested in getting in to vinyl and I listen mostly to female vocals, rock, alternative, and indie music. Thanks!
I would say that my total budget would be about $3k. Less would be better of course! Overall, I just wanted to get a straight forward audiophile level system with integrated amp, turntable, and bookshelf speakers (space constraints in my room plus don't want huge floor standing speakers). Having the ability to connect my airport express or apple tv via optical input for airplay would be a plus but my main point of going with such a system would be for listening to vinyl. Anyway, looking to get in to a nice higher end starter setup!
Here are the components I've identified as possibilities so far:
Speakers: B&W 685 S2 or KEF LS50 or Revel m106
Integrated Amp: Marantz PM7005 or Creek Audio Evolution 50a or Arcam FMJ A19 or Hegel h80
Turntable: Rega RP1 or Pro-ject Debut Carbon
The only thing I'm reasonably certain on are the KEF LS50's. I know they may be a bit short on bass but I could always add a sub later if needed. Other than that I'm up to suggestions!
Thanks in advance!