System upgrade

[DelClark]

HI, I am new to this site, so please be gentle with me
🙂

My current (old) system is:
Linn Basik/Akito/K5
Linn Intek
Linn Index speakers 2 on Ku-stone stands (bi wired with QED Silver anniversary)
Marantz CD 72 SE.

I am looking to improve on this set up, but have a limited budget.

I am happy with the TT but thinking of upgrading. cartridge etc possibly AT-VM95SE or Goldring E3 ?

I also plan to replace the Intek, possibly with a Marantz PM6007
Also the replace Index speakers and am considering auditioning the Monitor audio bronze 200 G6 and Wharfdale diamond 12.3

I will keep the CD player for now, but may upgrade in the near future, possibly Marantz CD6007 to match amp.

I was just wondering on your thoughts and would welcome any advice from more experienced/knowledgeable HIFI enthusiasts.
Thanking you in advance
Del

 

[matthewpianist]

Welcome.

You are at risk of spending money for a sideways move here, a change rather than an improvement. You have solid kit, and it will take careful thought to get your next step right.

What do you feel are the shortcomings of your system, what size is the room and what music do you listen to? Are you seeking any additional functionality over what you have?

Also, which part of the country are you in?

 

[DelClark]

HI Matt,
Thanks for your reply.
Not sure that there any major shortcomings, but the kit is very old (bought in the late 90's) and I have recently heard (newer) kit that friends etc have and the sound is clearer and a bit more punch, so wondering if mine has got a bit tired with age (like me
🙂
The K5 on the Basik is very old and should probably be replaced anyway
Maybe I could just do that and spend the money on new vinyl instead. I did look at a new K5 stylus but for the price I may as well get the cartridge which includes stylus.
Someone selling a new one on that well known auction site for less than the price of a hangover.

The room is pretty standard sized 12x16 ft
and I am based in North Kent, near Gravesend.

I still think that it may be worth while auditioning the speakers anyway, against my Linn's as it want cast anything to do so.
FYI I did have the speakers connected with Linn K400 cable, but changed to the QED for tidiness, perhaps I should sell the K400, night get enough for a new cartridge.