RKH Posted July 29, 2023 Share Posted July 29, 2023 Have decided to add a turntable to my system and have a question about Rega P3 w/ Elys 2MM compatibility. I have 1978 vintage K-Horns coupled with McIntosh and remember way back when I went through a number of cartridges before I settled on one (as some were really pushing the high end and sounded “tinny”.) I’m looking to return to the warmth of vinyl and wondering if anyone has any experience with the above turntable and cartridge. I realize that a lot of this is personal taste, but i just want to get the best sound possible from these awesome speakers. Any advice would be appreciated. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted July 29, 2023 Share Posted July 29, 2023 Welcome @RKH... Advice coming soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted July 29, 2023 Share Posted July 29, 2023 it was a decent matcup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted July 29, 2023 Share Posted July 29, 2023 I was quite pleased with an A-T OC9 on a Decca London arm in a Thorens TD-125. I used an Aragon outboard phono preamp. I think you might like an OC9 in it's current editions. It brought out much delicate detail, good or bad. I still have it, but is is not in service. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakeydeal Posted July 29, 2023 Share Posted July 29, 2023 Well if you want the “best” sound from your khorns, it won’t come from a P3. That said, Rega makes good entry level turntables and the combo you mention will certainly get you a good taste of vinyl at a very modest outlay. But it’s good to note that a competent vinyl rig will be more than “warm”. It can be just as extended at the frequency extremes and detailed as digital without sounding bright or harsh. The more money you spend on an analog front end, the more music you squeeze from the grooves. So if a P3 is what your budget allows, by all means go for it. Oh, and welcome to the forum! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Posted July 29, 2023 Share Posted July 29, 2023 Well, The Thrax Yatrus is another table to consider unless you're just a poor smuck.... Sorry, could not resist. That Rega looks pretty nice unless you got the Golden Ears. If you do, you have my sympathy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RKH Posted July 30, 2023 Author Share Posted July 30, 2023 12 hours ago, Shakeydeal said: Well if you want the “best” sound from your khorns, it won’t come from a P3. That said, Rega makes good entry level turntables and the combo you mention will certainly get you a good taste of vinyl at a very modest outlay. But it’s good to note that a competent vinyl rig will be more than “warm”. It can be just as extended at the frequency extremes and detailed as digital without sounding bright or harsh. The more money you spend on an analog front end, the more music you squeeze from the grooves. So if a P3 is what your budget allows, by all means go for it. Oh, and welcome to the forum! Thanks for your input Shakeydeal and of course now you have me thinking or re-thinking. Do you have a table and cartridge in mind if I could double the budget to $2500 that would make an appreciable difference over the P3? To get into a higher performing table should I consider a good used one? My issue is I have 2 other hobbies/interest that I need to feed as well. Being retired is awesome, but it does limit what I can spend. Thanks for your help as I appreciated your comments. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 3 hours ago, RKH said: Being retired is awesome, but it does limit what I can spend. A problem for many... I'm 74, still working and it's still a problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fido Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 nada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hanksjim1 Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 With your budget, suggest you keep an eye out for good used VPI and Clearaudio TTs... This site has good general info on all things TT: https://www.vinylengine.com/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakeydeal Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 I agree with @hanksjim1 A good used VPI Scout or an Aries (if you can find one) would be a good choice. Even going up the Rega chain with a P6 or P8 makes sense. If you are ok with slightly more setup work a used Well Tempered table is a good choice. I recommend putting the bulk of your funds in the table and getting a budget cartridge to start. Cheap(ish) cartridges can sound pretty good with a better table and you will have a good foundation for future upgrades. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 your current setup is not bad sounding at all , for a big step up in sound ..... Linn LP 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarheel Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 You will be fine with the Rega. I have one and a Denon DP-1250. A couple of years back the Rega was voted the best $1000 TT. Get a good cartridge ( I use a Hana MC) and be done unless you want to spend a bunch of money for small returns. Google Rega P3 reviews. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Morbius Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 I use a Goldring 1042 with my Empire turntable. Exquisite! Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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