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Ginormousthumbs said:
Currently on my short list to research:

Rogue Audio Sphinx v3
Yamaha S-A801
Marantz PM8006
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This was my exact list when I bought my Marantz PM8006. I went with the Marantz because I heard my speakers with them and like the sound and knew what I was getting. I really like the Marantz PM8006 a lot. I fully co-sign it, and I got it off Safe + Sound as a refurb also with no issues.
Will admit I never had a chance to hear the Rogue Sphinx.
 
Haimez40 said:
This was my exact list when I bought my Marantz PM8006. I went with the Marantz because I heard my speakers with them and like the sound and knew what I was getting. I really like the Marantz PM8006 a lot. I fully co-sign it, and I got it off Safe + Sound as a refurb also with no issues.
Will admit I never had a chance to hear the Rogue Sphinx.
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I love the PM8006 and I fully endorse it as well!
 
GStephenH said:
What are people’s thought on Schiit gear around here? Specifically looking at Freya Plus and Aegir combo. Hard to beat the price, but would like to get thoughts from this group.
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I had the Saga for about a year or so. It was a nice bang for the buck piece, but I'd only recommend it if you were limited to <$500, which I'd say is a compliment given it was $350. I'm also interested in trying out the Aegir someday.

It looks like you just have a headphone setup at the moment? You may want to determine speakers first, before considering the Aegir so you know it will have the necessary power output. Reviews have said the bass could be a little anemic with more inefficient speakers.

Also, your analog front end is awesome. The Schiit combo cost wouldn't match the price of your TT or phonostage by themselves, (all USA made) so pricing could be relatively apples to apples. Not that it couldn't sound great, or that price alone determines quality. Just something to consider if you want to max out the capabilities of your other gear. If you do buy or test drive, please share your thoughts!
 
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GStephenH said:
What are people’s thought on Schiit gear around here? Specifically looking at Freya Plus and Aegir combo. Hard to beat the price, but would like to get thoughts from this group.
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I like my Schiit. I never tried the pieces you mentioned, but they should be fine.

I'm a bit curious about the Freya. I see the Oppo has a pre-amp built in. Are there any particular features you're hoping to gain from the Freya, or are you looking for an improvement in sound quality? If you just want more inputs, have you considered adding an input selector to the Oppo?
 
apholden said:
I like my Schiit. I never tried the pieces you mentioned, but they should be fine.

I'm a bit curious about the Freya. I see the Oppo has a pre-amp built in. Are there any particular features you're hoping to gain from the Freya, or are you looking for an improvement in sound quality? If you just want more inputs, have you considered adding an input selector to the Oppo?
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The Freya gives me an entry into tubes in a price range I can afford by a company that seems to have good reviews.
 
What I have found most difficult during this pandemic, is the fact that most local audio shops have been closed temporarily or permanently, making shopping for new equipment virtually impossible (no pun intended). Luckily, I have my friend Jason, the owner of Sound & SIght, who has come through for me on many occasions but even then he doesn't have a demo of everything, as he doesn't have a proper store yet, which means you don't always get to audition the gear before you buy it.
 
Hollywood said:
What I have found most difficult during this pandemic, is the fact that most local audio shops have been closed temporarily or permanently, making shopping for new equipment virtually impossible (no pun intended). Luckily, I have my friend Jason, the owner of Sound & SIght, who has come through for me on many occasions but even then he doesn't have a demo of everything, as he doesn't have a proper store yet, which means you don't always get to audition the gear before you buy it.
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tell Jason to join this forum !
 
Discogs did a whole "how to hifi at any price range"

Every turntable was a project, from a essentials to a X2. And it includes everything from integrated amp and speakers

Well that didn't help since I don't need speakers or a big integrated amp, and I already got a headphone amp and maybe preamp. I just wanted to know for the budget the best turntable and cartridge in the 1000-1500 range
 
duke86fan said:
Discogs did a whole "how to hifi at any price range"

Every turntable was a project, from a essentials to a X2. And it includes everything from integrated amp and speakers

Well that didn't help since I don't need speakers or a big integrated amp, and I already got a headphone amp and maybe preamp. I just wanted to know for the budget the best turntable and cartridge in the 1000-1500 range
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Yeah I read that article.
 
duke86fan said:
Discogs did a whole "how to hifi at any price range"

Every turntable was a project, from a essentials to a X2. And it includes everything from integrated amp and speakers

Well that didn't help since I don't need speakers or a big integrated amp, and I already got a headphone amp and maybe preamp. I just wanted to know for the budget the best turntable and cartridge in the 1000-1500 range
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There are a lot of good options and I’m not sure there is a Best choice.
 
duke86fan said:
Discogs did a whole "how to hifi at any price range"

Every turntable was a project, from a essentials to a X2. And it includes everything from integrated amp and speakers

Well that didn't help since I don't need speakers or a big integrated amp, and I already got a headphone amp and maybe preamp. I just wanted to know for the budget the best turntable and cartridge in the 1000-1500 range
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That price point is likely the most popular, thus the most competitive, thus the one with the most right answers.
 
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