hello and thanks for checking out my post!

music has been a major part of my life since i was a child. i was fortunate enough to take lessons on a variety of instruments and carry this knowledge into adulthood.

despite plans on doing so, i have never managed to build myself an audio system for listening to my cherished vinyls (edith piaf, radiohead, robert johnson, brahms to name a few). this was mostly due to a lack of funds being in college and as graduate student.

now that i am employed and in the process of getting an apartment i am looking to make my first purchase of a vinyl player, receiver, and speakers (and other equipment if necessary).

i have spent a few days researching and reading these boards, but would love someone to respond to my ideas. i wont be using this system for television but solely for vinyls and my ipod/flac player. i'm not sure if genres are really important as far as the turntable/receiver but they might matter for speakers. i mostly listen to indie, folk, and classical music.

well, any ideas would be much appreciated.

also, i am a teacher and in debt, so the best equipment ideas for the least amount of money would be excellent!