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    Sumiko Pearl or Ortofon 2M Red?

    I listened to both and ended up with the Sumiko. I didn't want to spend more than I already had on the turntable + amp + speakers, and I figured I could upgrade later if need be. @Al_ears, any reason is the Ortofon 2M Blue really that much better?
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    Sumiko Pearl or Ortofon 2M Red?

    I just got a Pro-Ject RPM1 Carbon turntable, and I'm wondering which cartridge I should get. Anyone have a preference between the Sumiko Pearl or the Ortofon 2M Red? I mention these two becasue my local dealer is willing to give me either with the turntable without an additional cost. Does...
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    Arcam A19 Pairing Suggestions?

    Forgot to mention I'm in the US haha. All those numbers are in USD. Even at 800 GBP (~1200 USD), not even close to half the price of the Paradigms (1500 USD). I went to the store and listend to both today and I think I've pretty much decided on the LS50s (Though I really do like the aesthetics...
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    Arcam A19 Pairing Suggestions?

    Thank you all for your help! I think I'm gonna stick with the A19 -- people seem to have to say about it, or at least about Arcam amps in general. Regarding the speakers, the LS50s are 1500/pair at my dealer, 15Bs are 1600/pair. He seems to think they are both equal matches, but I personally...
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    Arcam A19 Pairing Suggestions?

    I'm considering an Arcam A19 Integrated Amplifier, and I read on this site and others that it requires careful matching to really shine. My local dealer suggested the amp to me, along with a pair of Paradigm Prestige 15B bookshelf speakers and Pro-Ject RPM1 Turntable. Does this match seem like...