“I recently had a pair of EPI 300a speakers rebuilt. These speakers are from the early 80s. What do you suggest I buy in a receiver/amp that is new but will perform well with these speakers and the use of a turntable?”
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Of course, this depends on 1) your budget and 2) your sound preference. Assuming you want to spend in the "budget" category, since this question is posted in the Yamaha R-S202BL section, good amplifier and receivers with phono input would include the Sony STR-DH100, Onkyo A-9110, NAD C 316BEE, in ascending order of cost. The Sony is an excellent receiver for its low cost and also includes bluetooth capability. The Onkyo is reputed to have a sound signature on the "brighter" side, if you prefer that type of sound. The NAD is on the darker side--certainly darker than the Yamaha R-S202BL (I own both plus the Sony, but not the Onkyo), meaning it has a bit more bass output with less treble. The Yamaha R-S202BL is an excellent sounding receiver, especially for its cost (I prefer it to the Sony), but it does not have a phono preamp, which you would have to purchase separate. Best Buy sells a Pyle phono preamp for $22.99; I do not know how well it performs.
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