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RoundTheBend
I miss the comfort in being sad
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- Posted: 06/10/2018 23:32
- Post subject: What kind of turntable do you have?
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I inherited a Sony PS-LX155A with a Sony STR-S255 that is probably 30 years old. It'd ok, but it's starting to short out and when I look it up, it probably isn't that great to sink money into repair.
I'm in the market to get a new one and am debating on models in the $300 range, as that's probably what I could afford, but it seems like there's a decent amount of debate on what's good in this range. Then there's Randy's Records that has a few used ones worth looking at and probably goodwill type places. But I would probably pull a samsonite.
What kind of turn table do you have?
Did it break the bank or did you find a steal?
Do you like it or are hoping for an upgrade?
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indieshins
Age: 25
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- Posted: 06/11/2018 00:34
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Mine's a Pioneer... something. I got it second hand from a guy I know, and I don't know the exact model. Looks similar to a PL-12D though. Belt driven. Its awesome. I love the sound of it and it works very well. I think it needs a new belt, but that's all. _________________ Top 40 Greatest Music Albums by indieshins
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Lachapelle
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- Posted: 06/11/2018 01:26
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I've got an SL-D2 by Technics. Great table for the price if you can find a decent one used.
I'd recommend buying used as opposed to new, unless you're willing to part with a couple thousand dollars.
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RoundTheBend
I miss the comfort in being sad
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- Posted: 06/11/2018 02:31
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Thanks for the feedback. I've heard buy used a few times now - I'll totally have to hit up randy's records or look online for something used as a comparison.
I've been having an eye on this thing because it has all the bells and whistles I want, but I've heard less awesome things about the pre-amp... if I do a line instead of phono to powered speakers, doesn't that by-pass that? Also I can switch out the cartridge as many others suggest.
Then of course there's EQ.
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rkm
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- Posted: 06/11/2018 02:36
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I bought a new Project Debut Carbon Esprit a couple of years ago. It’s the only one I’ve owned as an adult, so I have nothing to compare it to.
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indieshins
Age: 25
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- Posted: 06/11/2018 05:23
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sethmadsen wrote: | Thanks for the feedback. I've heard buy used a few times now - I'll totally have to hit up randy's records or look online for something used as a comparison.
I've been having an eye on this thing because it has all the bells and whistles I want, but I've heard less awesome things about the pre-amp... if I do a line instead of phono to powered speakers, doesn't that by-pass that? Also I can switch out the cartridge as many others suggest.
Then of course there's EQ. |
About pre-amp - I tried putting mine directly into speakers as a line in, and still needed a pre-amp. It might differ depending on your setup, but that's my experience. _________________ Top 40 Greatest Music Albums by indieshins
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RoundTheBend
I miss the comfort in being sad
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- Posted: 06/11/2018 06:04
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rkm wrote: | I bought a new Project Debut Carbon Esprit a couple of years ago. It’s the only one I’ve owned as an adult, so I have nothing to compare it to. |
That's another one I've looked at. What do you think?
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RoundTheBend
I miss the comfort in being sad
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- Posted: 06/11/2018 06:05
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indieshins wrote: | sethmadsen wrote: | Thanks for the feedback. I've heard buy used a few times now - I'll totally have to hit up randy's records or look online for something used as a comparison.
I've been having an eye on this thing because it has all the bells and whistles I want, but I've heard less awesome things about the pre-amp... if I do a line instead of phono to powered speakers, doesn't that by-pass that? Also I can switch out the cartridge as many others suggest.
Then of course there's EQ. |
About pre-amp - I tried putting mine directly into speakers as a line in, and still needed a pre-amp. It might differ depending on your setup, but that's my experience. |
Yeah for sure - I think the Kliptsch speakers seem to take care of the pre-amp for me, but I haven't tested to be sure. I don't think the audioengine ones would.
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Johnnyo
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Age: 65
Location: London Town
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- Posted: 06/11/2018 06:26
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I'm a bit of a Rega fan. The Rega P1 is a lovely turntable and in your price range. The P2 is just above what you want to spend but is a lovely bit of kit. I've got the P3 which I absolutely love. Good hunting.
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bobbyb5
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Location: New York
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- Posted: 06/11/2018 09:53
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A broken one.
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