As someone who's just starting out in the world of vintage audio (bit of a "noob" I guess), I'd really appreciate some recommendations on a great starter system.

Earlier this week, a few people pointed me in the direction of a Marantz 2325 in response to my posts about a $500 Mac system I saw for sale. I really like what I've read about the Marantz (I have yet to audition one) but there doesn't seem to be an over-abundance of these works of art kicking around. I like what I've read about the Sansui AU-9500 but I'll probably have to stand in a long line before I'm lucky enough to bring home one of those bad boys.

Am I setting my sights too high? Should I start off with something simpler until I develop that true appreciation for greatness? What, in your opinion would make a great starter set-up to give me a really good taste of what vintage audio is all about?

The room I'm working with is smallish (about 10 x 10). I own a Technics 1200 turntable so to round it out, I'm leaning toward an integrated amp receiver and a pair of speakers. I'd like to keep things in the $700 - 800 range but if you think there's something I just can't live without, I can be flexible.