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pzy posted:$50 is right at that "ehhhhh I guess" threshold, I'll go back tomorrow and see if it's still there. So did ya get it?
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Any companies make semi-automatic turntables these days? Want to buy a record player (have re-discovered several boxes of albums in the loft) and, yes, I could just buy a manual Pro-Ject Debut Carbon, but would like the convenience of the drat thing switching itself off. Or does the extra parts that make up the return system impact on sound quality and just bump up the price?
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Oct 20, 2015 08:24
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TooLShack posted:Got a new turntable last week, just finished servicing it and replacing tonearm belt. It's a Technics SL-15, with automatic track detection and programming. Fake edit: Nice find.
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Oct 26, 2015 09:13
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Qwijib0 posted:I have a carbon, I like it. The 110v version of the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon allows you to connect the Pro-Ject Speed Box S, so you just push a button to change from 45 - 33rpm. The UK version, annoyingly however, isn't compatable and you'll have to spend £200 and buy the Speed Box DS Strobo to do the same thing. edit - went with UK links. As for a cheap phono preamp, you could try the Behringer PP400 for £17 as a stopgap, while looking for a cheap, second hand NAD-PP1 or Cambridge Audio CA 640P later on. Dynavox TC-750 is only £27.62! That's a bargain. spookygonk fucked around with this message at 10:21 on Oct 27, 2015 |
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Oct 27, 2015 09:39
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Bape Culture posted:Could I just do it manually and not buy that? Yes, you can do it manually, it's easy enough (and the Rega is similar).. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePqxCASmKLw Bape Culture posted:Also seems I have one recommendation for each now I was hoping it'd be an easy decision haha! Bape Culture posted:So if I buy either of the tables plus a tc750 I am good to go? Yes you are. spookygonk fucked around with this message at 10:23 on Oct 27, 2015 |
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Oct 27, 2015 10:18
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Dogen posted:Also don't they need a special stylus? quote:To playback your 78 RPM record with fidelity and accuracy you need to use a stylus designed for 78 RPM record grooves. A very common misconception is that you can use a LP stylus for playing 78 RPM records. This is one quick and sure way to damage the 78 record groove. Playing it once is enough. Moreover, the LP stylus is much narrower than the 78 RPM record groove hence the tip will slide to the bottom of the groove where debris has collected for many decades. This results in extraordinarily high surface noise. The LP stylus will also sway on either side of the groove wall or misses the groove wall where the sound was recorded. All in all, it's not good for the 78 RPM record, for your LP stylus, and for listening. Sales list of needles for 78 records
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Oct 28, 2015 11:16
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Chaucer posted:My 16-year-old component CD player died in a move. I have a Marantz 2245 powering Axiom m22 speakers. What's a good option if I'm crazy and willing to spend up to $400 on a near-dead format? The Onkyo C-7030 gets good reviews and is under $200, add a Schitt Modi 2 Uber for $149 and you're under budget. spookygonk fucked around with this message at 15:40 on Dec 1, 2015 |
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Dec 1, 2015 15:28
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ColdPie posted:Replaced all seven electrolytic capacitors on my SL-23, and that appears to finally have fixed the stability problem! I've never seen the strobe pips so steady. Daft Punk doesn't sound drunk anymore. The replacement for the huge 1000uF capacitor on the main power board is like 1/3 the size of the original part, heh. The leads almost didn't reach. spookygonk fucked around with this message at 12:11 on Dec 13, 2015 |
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Picked up a Technics SL-23 in very good condition cheaply, but it didn't come with a headshell. Didn't think this was a problem. Was then gifted a Linn K9 cart in [supposedly] good condition, but that came with no fixing bolts. Didn't think that was a problem. Got everything delivered and of course now I realise that I can't play records without a headshell or bolts to attach the cartridge. What do I need to finish my setup? As I have never even touched the finer points of a turntable before, what type of headshell do I need? What length bolts? Will I need a stylus force gauge or even a Technics overhang gauge to set the cart at the right distance? Spirit level? Many of these can be bought cheaply, but I should have done my homework first (or bought a brand new record player) Will most likely be picking these things up from Amazon (UK), ebay or where ever is recommended.
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TooLShack posted:Ha, smash that stylus into the record dude.
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Feb 1, 2016 12:25
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I was about to post, who would buy somthing that looks like Calculon, but then... drat, that's a fine piece of kit.
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May 5, 2016 21:22
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evobatman posted:All of it went for about $1100. Nobody wanted it with my previous ad that was $800, so I thought I was safe. Nice.
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KozmoNaut posted:Well, if you get the price you asked for, someone obviously thought it was fair. For $5 what have you got to lose? *apart from 5 bucks.
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Jul 5, 2016 10:10
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m.hache posted:Messaging the guy now. Could mean the pots need deoxit, or new belt...
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Nov 14, 2016 22:47
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You also only have two of the four headshell wires that connect the headshell to the cartridge. There should be four of them.
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Nov 16, 2016 09:48
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Nice grandfather clock on the right.
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Dec 13, 2016 23:17
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Jeza posted:Just saw this on eBay: Jesus, my eyes!
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Mar 15, 2017 14:36
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ColdPie posted:Then it had a pretty bad speed wobble, which was fixed by replacing all of the capacitors (about 7). That looks like what I'm going to have to do with my Technics SL-23, starts wobbling after about 20 mins. spookygonk fucked around with this message at 14:29 on Feb 11, 2018 |
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Feb 11, 2018 14:26
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ColdPie posted:That's actually exactly the table I have. It's super easy, big components and easy to access. Good tip. What brand of caps did you go with for your SL-23?
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Feb 11, 2018 23:08
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Feb 25, 2018 09:21
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DoesNotCompute posted:Double post of DIY poo poo. That is very slick. Also, nice murder barn outside your window.
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Jun 17, 2018 23:35
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Jerry Cotton posted:I can't decide if I'm the horrible sofa or the terrible carpet. Wrong. That rug really tied the room together.
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Jun 18, 2018 11:56
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DoesNotCompute posted:For reference, this Micro cost me 100 dollars at a local record shop. Even the low end ones look pretty nice. That is a nice rack.
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Jun 21, 2018 15:10
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wa27 posted:Google discontinued the Chromecast Audio for good this week, and it's impossible to get them now. It's a shame because that was a nice accessory for old stereo systems - much better than bluetooth receivers IMO. I went ahead and bought myself a second one last night while they were still clearing them out. Yeah, just bought one for myself.
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Jan 13, 2019 22:51
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Thought with Phil Collins it was No Jacket Required.
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Nov 9, 2019 22:17
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polyester concept posted:he made a dumb joke and it went over both your heads, congrats on being idiots Well drat.
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Nov 11, 2019 10:57
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Found I had won this turntable in a competition, going to be interesting to try it out: https://www.thehouseofmarley.com/turntable/stir-it-up-wireless-turntable.html My other table is a Technics SL-23 from 1976, but that needs the capacitors replacing and I don't have the time or cash for that at the moment.
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Nov 12, 2019 21:14
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Flipperwaldt posted:I would for sure start with taking those semi circular washers off. I think they're called e-clips? I expect they are pretty much what is holding the whole sandwich together. https://www.wikihow.com/Remove-E-Clips
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Don Dongington posted:Oh and here's the Baby Kreisler radiogram that I've been resto-modding with modern electronics: That is glorious.
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evobatman posted:Did someone say square woofers? Didn't realise Sony made those design that large.
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The first customer review of the Technics SL-100C is up on the Amazon UK, complete with photos and a video. The review reads like it was translated from a foreign language with Google Translate (and don't watch the end of the video unless you really want to cringe, people who are unwilling to follow instructions probably shouldn't play records). https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B094R84292/ref=as_sl_pc_tf_til?tag=avf-post-widget-21&linkCode=w00&linkId=&creativeASIN=B094R84292
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Mederlock posted:Invest in your music collection :p:
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DoesNotCompute posted:Also yes we made the dogs custom beds with bedside tables.
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BigFactory posted:I’d say most people in this thread is on the same page with that. I’m half deaf from going to too many concerts so I can’t tell the difference. Records are more fun to play and ancient gear is more fun to use and look at and tinker with.
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Mederlock posted:Why not just do all 3? CD is still great, well mastered/looked after cheap vinyl is great, high res/CD -res streamed music is good too. I wouldn't get too caught up in a single format. Especially DSD specifically. I check the thrift stores and stuff oftenand you'll find an SACD once in a while, their case is pretty distinctive so they're easy to pick out.
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