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[AJUMP23]

Some of you have a vast knowledge of records and the best players. I am thinking of getting one and was wondering if there is one you would recommend.

My own preference, I like Audio Technica equipment, and use their headphones and other devices. I just need something that is entry level, and I can tell my wife to get me for Christmas. I have an audiophile sound system. Yamaha receiver. Martin Logan speakers.

Thanks for your inputs.

 

[kanjobazooie]

Maiden Voyage come flex your knowledge at us.

 

[AJUMP23]

Maiden Voyage come flex your knowledge at us.

No rap battles please. or maybe a little one.

 

[Winter John]

You could get a Rega P1, or even a Reloop MK7. They're both fine, capable players, but they're not Technics. Compared to Technics they're cheap, disgusting bullshit. If my wife got me a Rega for Xmas instead of some Technics, I would take it as a personal insult and push her in front of a truck.

 

[sankt-Antonio]

Before investing in a LP collection I recommend watching this: link

 

[StabbyStabStabStabStab]

You could get a Rega P1, or even a Reloop MK7. They're both fine, capable players, but they're not Technics. Compared to Technics they're cheap, disgusting bullshit. If my wife got me a Rega for Xmas instead of some Technics, I would take it as a personal insult and push her in front of a truck.

Loved me some Technics 1200's/1210's back in the day - you really had to wrestle with those little buggers when spinning the wheels of steel. I was going to come here and suggest either/or as an option, although they're pretty expensive for just spinning a tune at home (mind you I imagine they still retain their resale value pretty well...).

 

[Maiden Voyage]

Maiden Voyage come flex your knowledge at us.

Don't get into records. They are expensive and require work.

 

[Billbofet]

Don't get into records. They are expensive and require work.

This ^^^^

 

[Billbofet]

I started out with something very similar to this one:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N3X7KPX/?tag=neogaf0e-20

It's still my daily driver for vinyl and has been an incredibly solid unit for me. For me, I always start out entry-level and once I truly engage in a hobby, that's when I upgrade since I know better what I want.
Vinyl is certainly a bunny hole and can end up being a real money vacuum, but no regrets from me at all!! My favorite part is tracking down records on my wishlist - like waiting in line for five hours on Record Store Day to secure my Frank Black - Teenage of the Year album.

Let us know what you end up with!!

 

[OmegaSupreme]

Get a tidal sub instead.

 

[Bartski]

anything direct drive but make sure not to save on stylus

 

[Maiden Voyage]

I started out with something very similar to this one:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N3X7KPX/?tag=neogaf0e-20

It's still my daily driver for vinyl and has been an incredibly solid unit for me. For me, I always start out entry-level and once I truly engage in a hobby, that's when I upgrade since I know better what I want.
Vinyl is certainly a bunny hole and can end up being a real money vacuum, but no regrets from me at all!! My favorite part is tracking down records on my wishlist - like waiting in line for five hours on Record Store Day to secure my Frank Black - Teenage of the Year album.

Let us know what you end up with!!

At LP120 here though I want to eventually get the Mofi Studiodeck.

MoFi Electronics StudioDeck Turntable

StudioDeck by MoFi: Where innovation meets affordability. Experience 33-1/3 and 45.0 RPM vinyl bliss with this American-made masterpiece. Bring legendary studio sound home!

www.mofielectronics.com

AJUMP23 if you get an AT LP60 it should do the trick for casual listening. If you want to go to the next level the AT LP120 allows you to try different cartridges and other things to improve sound quality.

There's any number of reputable brands. Your preferences and budget will be the biggest deciding factor.

Crosley is widely hated in the audiophile community so I'd stay away from those unless you really don't care or won't use it much.

 

[eddie4]

I have this little setup.

Record Player - https://amzn.to/3sHRVrb
Receiver - https://amzn.to/47JAWDx
Speakers (x2) - https://amzn.to/3ugG9V1

It's pretty basic, but it does what I need. Also, the receiver is Bluetooth, so you can connect whatever you want.