What’s a decent vinyl player to get into the scene with. Do I need to drop a bunch of cash
I am not an expert and by no means am I an audiophile, so I have a pretty basic setup.
Marantz pm5005 amplifier
Audio Technica LP3 turntable
Q Acoustics 2020i bookshelf speakers
All up it probably cost me around AU$1000, but I waited until all the components were on sale before I bought.
You don't need to spend big money to get into it, but I would recommend going for something slightly above the entry level gear, just because I have read that cheap stuff can damage your records.
If you are looking for good advice, r/vinyl had some great FAQs and buyer's guides and r/turntables is also a good place to ask for advice.
Like all hobbies, it will always depend on your budget and expectations.
