Hi-Fi & Speakers

Hello.
I would really like a nice setup of hi-fi, although I have no knowledge of it whatsoever.

What are the things I need to know about? Can you recommend me some products, like turntable or amps? And do I need an amp? Or direct me to some sort of guide or explain basically what the stuff is and why I need it.

http://turntablelab.com/pages/beginners-guide-to-turntables

http://audiojunkies.com/forum/blog/4483-turntable-basics-beginners-guide-turntables-vinyl-records.html

make sure you don't cheap out and get a shitty turntable/needle cause it will damage your records. just look up reviews before you make any decisions on things to buy and you should have no problems.