Downsizing: can I get a similar sound for much cheaper?

[Revolutions]

I've been presented with an option for a completely new life adventure. One that would mean I couldn't reasonably take my belongings with me. It's coincided quite nicely with a nagging feeling that my ever growing collection of vinyl, books & guitar paraphernalia isn't sparking joy as most of it sits unused/unloved.

The idea of downsizing my vinyl is pretty stressful, so I'm actually considering selling all of it & my turntable. Which gets me to my question...

My current streaming setup is Linn Selekt DSM w/ Organik dac into ATC SCM40a. I love the sound. I don’t ever know how to describe sounds, it feels really refined, tonnes of detail & the dac has an analog sounding warmth. If I were to look for a similar streaming amp (no need for phono input) & possibly some less cumbersome speakers, is there a way to achieve a similar sound for a lot less money?

For example, I do love the sound of the Gold Note IS-1000. It's possible to get a second-hand one of those for about £2k. What passive speakers might get me a similar sound for around the same budget? I suppose some smaller ATCs might be the answer. That’s still £4k or so. What would £3k buy?

Also interested in experiences with chifi etc, and bookshelf speakers would definitely be considered as part of this. I'm getting way ahead of myself, but it's sort of a fascinating thought experiment. And it would be a brilliant excuse to get to some shops & demo stuff 😎

 

[abacus]

Basically ATC design speakers for studio and pro production, so there domestic series follow this same mantra, have a look at some smaller active speakers from the pro world, then get a streamer pre-amp, rather than one with an amp built in and you should be good to go.

Bill

 

[GSV Ethics Gradient]

I've been presented with an option for a completely new life adventure.

Sounds like you intend to take it, so may the road rise up to meet you!

 

[daytona600]

Enjoy your adventure
Put your records in Storage for your Return

 

[skinnypuppy71]

I sold my vinyl in 2015-16...I felt nothing but regret..I restarted from scratch in February 2022.......don't do it...get them into storage as has been previously mentioned....you will thank yourself for it in the future.
As for downsizing...that's a task only you can navigate as you're well aware of what's out there and what you've got, which is a fantastic system, it's going to be very difficult to find a happy medium, unless you are truly focused on such a undertaking....
For Speakers I'd recommend listening to the Neat petite classic standmount and there bigger brothers the Majistra they have a isobaric configuration, and also Audio Physics step if you are trying to get into some compact standmounts...I'm not for a minute saying these are competing with the atc scm40a.....but you're looking for a compromise by the looks of it.