Death Dealer
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I can't read the model #, but it looks like an entry level direct drive table. Be sure to buy a new cartridge, who knows the condition of the stylus on there.
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Stuck in the Past - a 33 RPM thread for vinyl listeners and collectors
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I can't read the model #, but it looks like an entry level direct drive table. Be sure to buy a new cartridge, who knows the condition of the stylus on there.
bobbyrawlins
Banned
Bah, was cleaning it up and checking it out...it's broken. I took it apart to clean a little inside and discovered a piece was broken that caused another piece to rise. That piece was for the tonearm to slide across. So, the tonearm lifts and drops immediately and tries to slide across the TT. I'm just gonna junk it.
Either of these sound like a good deal?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DENON-DP-7F...ctronics_R2&hash=item2c64cd2992#ht_500wt_1287
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TECHNICS-SL...ultDomain_0&hash=item4d00775b02#ht_500wt_1287
Either of these sound like a good deal?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DENON-DP-7F...ctronics_R2&hash=item2c64cd2992#ht_500wt_1287
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TECHNICS-SL...ultDomain_0&hash=item4d00775b02#ht_500wt_1287
PetriP-TNT
Member
I would most likely buy that Technics one for the price it's selling now.
bobbyrawlins
Banned
Well, got the Technics TT at 57 bucks shipped. Shipping was half the damn cost. I hope it's worth that much...
Next up is finding a decent amplifier.
Next up is finding a decent amplifier.
Well... this is on vinyl. The technology to separate the colors per track on those is pretty amazing.
And no DJ software that I'm aware of detects key. There are some programs that detect key and allow those results to be exported to DJ software, but they have roughly 30% accuracy. Ears are much more accurate. FWIW, software BPM detection is fairly unreliable as well. Both BPM and key detection are unnecessary for DJing.
I'm thinking of finally setting up my turntable and realized I need a halfway decent receiver. I have an old one but it's finicky. Is this a good bet?
Onkyo TX-8255 Stereo Receiver & ART USB Phono Plus Interface - Version 2
Onkyo TX-8255 Stereo Receiver & ART USB Phono Plus Interface - Version 2
Just bought a Technics 1700.
What should I look for in a preamp? They seem to be pretty cheap so will anything do?
EDIT: Bit of an update. I received the turntable yesterday. Long story short, the rear shaft of the tonearm snapped off.
I've thought about using superglue but I'm not sure if that will be the best solution. Maybe it will be strong enough to hold the counterweight? Another idea was to use JB Weld epoxy.
Any suggestions?
What should I look for in a preamp? They seem to be pretty cheap so will anything do?
EDIT: Bit of an update. I received the turntable yesterday. Long story short, the rear shaft of the tonearm snapped off.
I've thought about using superglue but I'm not sure if that will be the best solution. Maybe it will be strong enough to hold the counterweight? Another idea was to use JB Weld epoxy.
Any suggestions?
Cosmic Bus
pristine morning snow
Sheesh, I saw A LOT of stuff out there today that I wanted, but didn't have the money for more than a few.
Patty Smyth & Scandal - Warrior
Eno/Byrne - My Life in the Bush of Ghosts
Prince - Sign o' the Times
Joni Mitchell - Blue
Patty Smyth & Scandal - Warrior
Eno/Byrne - My Life in the Bush of Ghosts
Prince - Sign o' the Times
Joni Mitchell - Blue
sneakypete
Member
so good
patrickthehedgehog
Member
Still hunting for a decent turntable at the right price, but I'll really be scrambling for one right before this comes out:
So what's the consensus for the best record player for a decent price?
I just bought this: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004G08OO4/?tag=neogaf0e-20 for $110.
Already regretting it. It can directly rip MP3s to a USB stick which is really cool. At least it sounds cool. I just tested it out and...
1. It rips at 128 kbps (seriously? The fuck is this. I can hear the compression artifacts clear as day.)
2. The sound quality is poor, tinny and low in bass. I compared it to some recordings that I found of this album from another person who ripped it from their vinyl. (Billy Preston - Music is my Life, was never re-printed on CD) and their recordings are SO MUCH BETTER.
Returning this junk very soon. Now I'm worried about it having a bad needle and damaging my albums (I've only tested it on a few albums that I didn't care about/weren't in pristine condition.)
GAF! What should I buy?!
I just bought this: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004G08OO4/?tag=neogaf0e-20 for $110.
Already regretting it. It can directly rip MP3s to a USB stick which is really cool. At least it sounds cool. I just tested it out and...
1. It rips at 128 kbps (seriously? The fuck is this. I can hear the compression artifacts clear as day.)
2. The sound quality is poor, tinny and low in bass. I compared it to some recordings that I found of this album from another person who ripped it from their vinyl. (Billy Preston - Music is my Life, was never re-printed on CD) and their recordings are SO MUCH BETTER.
Returning this junk very soon. Now I'm worried about it having a bad needle and damaging my albums (I've only tested it on a few albums that I didn't care about/weren't in pristine condition.)
GAF! What should I buy?!
PetriP-TNT
Member
Most will say Project Debut III or Rega RP1, I'd also recommend checking local pawn shops for older high end hifi turntables (Technics, Dual, Marantz etc.) where you can get great bang for your buck if you know what you are looking for. Good rule of thumb is that if it's heavy, it could be good.
If I went to a pawn shop and found a older player, would it be wise to get a new needle?
PetriP-TNT
Member
Most likely yes but you can get lucky with that too.
Sheesh, I saw A LOT of stuff out there today that I wanted, but didn't have the money for more than a few.
Patty Smyth & Scandal - Warrior
Eno/Byrne - My Life in the Bush of Ghosts
Prince - Sign o' the Times
Joni Mitchell - Blue
oh man...i want that Scandal vinyl...
Just buy it on Discogs then? There are several in NM condition for $3.
Just bought a Technics 1700.
What should I look for in a preamp? They seem to be pretty cheap so will anything do?
EDIT: Bit of an update. I received the turntable yesterday. Long story short, the rear shaft of the tonearm snapped off.
I've thought about using superglue but I'm not sure if that will be the best solution. Maybe it will be strong enough to hold the counterweight? Another idea was to use JB Weld epoxy.
Any suggestions?
I'm terribly late, but try 5 minute epoxy designed for plastics. Give it 24 hours to dry and you should be good. The other option would be to see if you can link the broken piece back together with a nail or wood dowel coated in epoxy - if the center is hollow.
once you get it up and running you'll need to adjust the suspension. 7mm long reach socket and make sure there's even bounce on all 4 springs.
I've got a SL 1700 and a SL 1200 Mk II, and there's not a great amount of difference performance wise - less than you would expect.
canoli2006
Member
Sheesh, I saw A LOT of stuff out there today that I wanted, but didn't have the money for more than a few.
Patty Smyth & Scandal - Warrior
Eno/Byrne - My Life in the Bush of Ghosts
Prince - Sign o' the Times
Joni Mitchell - Blue
I want that Scandal record as well. A shop nearby has a few of them.
canoli2006
Member
Recent pick-ups.
Patrick Bateman
Member
Found these dirt cheap and in an amazing quality at a flee market yesterday:
blame space
Banned
those are great i love No Control
Patrick Bateman
Member
I could have bought the guy's whole stand. He had amazing stuff.
callmedave
Member
Picked these up yesterday at a local place. There were a few other Bond records but they were in worse shape. Not sure if the Lawrence soundtrack is an original, not that it matters since they were all pretty cheap.
Citizen_Insane
Member
Oh god I haven't posted in so damn long... Hey, everybody. I wonder if anyone remembers me? Haha. I've only gotten a few records since I last posted.
Sorry about the crappy quality.
Broken Social Scene - Self Titled
Alex Turner - Submarine Soundtrack
James Blake - Self Titled
St. Vincent - Strange Mercy (White vinyl!)
James Blake is seriously my favorite album on vinyl. It just sounds so amazing.
I have so many albums I need to buy.
Sorry about the crappy quality.
Broken Social Scene - Self Titled
Alex Turner - Submarine Soundtrack
James Blake - Self Titled
St. Vincent - Strange Mercy (White vinyl!)
James Blake is seriously my favorite album on vinyl. It just sounds so amazing.
I have so many albums I need to buy.
DataStream
Member
Just picked up the Ziggy Stardust repress. It sounds splendid and looks great too. The paper quality of the sleave is very similar to the original.
Cosmic Bus
pristine morning snow
David Sylvian - Secrets of the Beehive and Brilliant Trees
Emmylou Harris - Blue Kentucky Girl
Wolfe
Member
Record cleaning brush with some solution if necessary, and although I haven't tried it yet myself I hear the wood glue trick works wonders on old stuff that's seen better days.
PetriP-TNT
Member
I've tried brushes and wet washing but the only thing that made a real difference is the anti-stat:
Brushes have never made an audible difference in my experience.
smuldegspaj
Banned
you could use wood glue when cleaning.
not a joke. Its really one of the best ways to clean records. And as long as you dont get glue on the label. it is 100% safe.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gyvipBs6Vs&feature=related
not a joke. Its really one of the best ways to clean records. And as long as you dont get glue on the label. it is 100% safe.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gyvipBs6Vs&feature=related
I've tried brushes and wet washing but the only thing that made a real difference is the anti-stat:
Brushes have never made an audible difference in my experience.
ehhhh
I heard that machine will damage records slightly.
That's entirely false. The brushes inside (goat hair brushes) are entirely safe and won't do any damage.
Whatever you've read must have been about the liquid that comes with the machine. It leaves behind some residue but that can easily be removed by cleaning it a second time in the machine with (distilled) water.
The clamp to protect the label isn't entirely watertight though. The outer edge of the label gets a little wet, but it dries and doesn't damage the label.
Other than that, this thing got me amazing results on some records I thought were damaged. I tried cleaning the same record with record brushes, a mix of alcohol and distilled water + a microfiber cloth,... All recommended methods that are safe, but it didn't make a difference on some records. The brushes of the Knosti reach deeper in the grooves with great results.
Mitsurux
Member
I've inherited a bunch of 78's from my grandpa, that are from the late 40's early 50's perhaps...
I'm looking to buy a new record player (no belt drive) that can handle them as as well as 45's and 33's... what are some good decent models/ prices options.... (i'm a total beginner)
What does the collection consist of?
Excellent pick ups, as per usual. James Blake definitely is the best sounding vinyl release I own/have ever heard.Oh god I haven't posted in so damn long... Hey, everybody. I wonder if anyone remembers me? Haha. I've only gotten a few records since I last posted.
Sorry about the crappy quality.
Broken Social Scene - Self Titled
Alex Turner - Submarine Soundtrack
James Blake - Self Titled
St. Vincent - Strange Mercy (White vinyl!)
James Blake is seriously my favorite album on vinyl. It just sounds so amazing.
I have so many albums I need to buy.
Haven't picked up any new Vinyl myself. Still waiting for the vinyl release of Chromatics - Kill For Love.
Citizen_Insane
Member
Thanks man. I agree! Love the two bonus tracks on the vinyl.
Oh wow we really do have the same taste haha. I love Kill for Love. As far as new releases go, I really need to get the new Sigur Ros album and the new Tallest Man on Earth.
So my crappy 50 year old record player crapped out like a year and a half ago and I'm finally going to be looking into getting some proper audio equipment.
The AV receiver I'm looking at has a phono in connection, but is marked as MM. Is my understanding correct that if I were to get a turntable with an MC I'd also need a pre amp?
Looking at the Denon 3312 and a Project Debut.
The AV receiver I'm looking at has a phono in connection, but is marked as MM. Is my understanding correct that if I were to get a turntable with an MC I'd also need a pre amp?
Looking at the Denon 3312 and a Project Debut.
shadyspace
Banned
I want to get into vinyl since I've been kinda drifting away from music lately and I feel like not being able to skip tracks and being forced to just listen to a whole album the way it's intended to be would really help me get back into it. Any advice for where I should start?
most basic and entry level tuntables come with MM cartridges only, and you can replace them with MM cartdriges. to install and be able to play an MC cartridge, you need a phono preamp with connections for MM and MC, or a step up transformer to raise the MC output voltage level to regular live in levels. i wouldn't worry too much about it, the Project Deubut comes with an MM cartridge, it'd work fine if the received has an MM phono input. MC cartridges are usually a lot more expensive, and are included only with high end turntables.
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