A few analog questions...

[RoyY51]

I'm thinking of getting back into vinyl playback. It's been many years, and I'm pretty much out of the loop when it comes to what constitutes an adequate front end. My questions are as follows:

(1) Will my vintage Yamaha YP-450 tt be anywhere near appropriate? I have no idea if this was a mass-market p.o.s. or something with a bit of quality to it. If not, what inexpensive rig would you recommend?

(2) If the YP-450 is usable, what phono stage would you recommend to couple it with my NAD T763 receiver?

(3) Again, if the Yamaha is usable, what cartridge would you recommend? I know, after all the years of use, that a new cartridge would be mandatory. I just have no idea what kind, or where to find.

I'm trying to slide back in on the cheap (under my wife's radar) so please try to be as frugal as possible with your recommendations. I thank you in advance for any and all help that you can provide.