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Mid level audiophile setup

byBrenden McLemore|Jun 19, 2026

College grad setup with accessibility and good sound in mind. Stylus is AT-VM95SH

Turntable
TT
Preamp
Pre
Amplifier
Amp
Speakers
Spk

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Components

Turntable: Fluance RT81$300
Preamp: Schiit Mani 2$199
Amp: SMSL RAW-HA1$250
Speakers: ELAC DB63 3.0$500
Total$1,249

Recordbuilds Score

Silver
74Overall
Aesthetics
78
Sound Quality
76
Ease of Use
77
Value
79
Upgradability
79
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