• Apologies for my complete lack of understanding with anything to do with audio equipment. I think i have subconsciously stayed away from it since my father handed me an ass whooping as wee lad for sitting on, and breaking his apparently “incredibly expensive in the 80’s” turntable setup.

    I’ve recently acquired a new workshop and I want to set it up with a simple but half decent vinyl player setup. I want to spend around £200 on secondhand kit and I really need someone to point me in the right direction. Is this realistic for the money?Bikes are my profession, this stuff it certainly not. Tia

  • It's achievable on that budget but will require a bit of patience and judicious eBay shopping. I'd be looking for
    Serviceable turntable with cartridge such as one of the cheaper Dual or Technics - budget around £60 - £70
    Integrated amp with a moving magnet phono stage built in - budget £70 - £100
    Bookshelf speakers such as KEF Coda or Mission - budget £40-£60

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