The speakers should benefit from stands and placement and, if you're thinking of putting the turntable on the t.v. stand, they shouldn't be on the same surface if you can help it.
I've never repaired a speaker cone but I'd be more inclined to replace if that's more practical. (Possibly even replace in pairs if you believe in running in although you're probably into the realms of complete second hand pair by then cost wise.)
The Rega RP1 or Project Essential are good turntables and either are suitable and should sound great.
The speakers should benefit from stands and placement and, if you're thinking of putting the turntable on the t.v. stand, they shouldn't be on the same surface if you can help it.
I've never repaired a speaker cone but I'd be more inclined to replace if that's more practical. (Possibly even replace in pairs if you believe in running in although you're probably into the realms of complete second hand pair by then cost wise.)
The Rega RP1 or Project Essential are good turntables and either are suitable and should sound great.
(You might need a phono pre-amp though.)