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re: Audiophile/Vinyl Thread - Post Pics, Advice, Questions, Setups, etc.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 3:00 pm to JumpingTheShark
Posted on 12/8/14 at 3:00 pm to JumpingTheShark
Not really. I haven't purchased physical release in close to 10 years.
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Posted on 12/8/14 at 3:35 pm to TheFolker
You are going to enjoy going back. Lots of new stuff on vinyl and lots of re-releases and reissues of old stuff. Have fun 
Posted on 12/8/14 at 4:46 pm to JumpingTheShark
I was too young for vinyl other than the 45s when I first got into music. I grew up on cassettes and then CDs took over in my teens. So I'm looking forward to exploring. Many questions are forthcoming.
This post was edited on 12/8/14 at 4:47 pm
Posted on 12/8/14 at 5:28 pm to TheFolker
I am not an audiophile and put most of my money into collecting the actual records but I have a modest setup that sounds good to me.
I currently have a Denon turntable with some Klipsh speakers. Recently I had to replace my tuner and got a Yamaha which seems to be decent overall. It didn't require a phono pre-amp but when the turntable plays it's not as loud as say a CD by a good bit. Could I benefit by getting a phono pre-amp? If so what are some reasonably priced models?
I currently have a Denon turntable with some Klipsh speakers. Recently I had to replace my tuner and got a Yamaha which seems to be decent overall. It didn't require a phono pre-amp but when the turntable plays it's not as loud as say a CD by a good bit. Could I benefit by getting a phono pre-amp? If so what are some reasonably priced models?
This post was edited on 12/8/14 at 5:29 pm
Posted on 12/8/14 at 5:47 pm to nm1230
Yes you could definitely benefit from a phono preamp. in fact my yamaha receiver has a phono input but i elect not to use it because the amplification is better and more clear on my music hall preamp
i have this one and its fantastic
LINK
No problems with humming or reduced sound at all. They have some that are even cheaper than this that will work as well. This is the only one i have experience with so far tho.
i have this one and its fantastic
LINK
No problems with humming or reduced sound at all. They have some that are even cheaper than this that will work as well. This is the only one i have experience with so far tho.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 5:49 pm to TheFolker
I was the same way. Had cassettes when i was young and CD's in my teens and digital now but i have switched to strictly vinyl listening at home and i love it. it is fun and brings a new joy to buying music. i still have songs on my ipod, iphone and listen to spotify at work, but i love playing my records and people seem to enjoy listening to them as well when they come over, its a great conversation starter
Posted on 12/8/14 at 6:59 pm to JumpingTheShark
quote:
i have this one and its fantastic
LINK
Thanks for the advice. So you just run RCAs from turntable to this and then from this into another channel of the Yamaha?
EDIT- I found another link that shows the back and it looks like its simple. Which setting do you use?
This post was edited on 12/8/14 at 7:06 pm
Posted on 12/8/14 at 7:10 pm to nm1230
Yep thats exactly right. I just plugged into "Input 1" It really doesn't matter which one you use. You could put it in CD, Input, TV, all kinds of things, those are really just for people who have tons of components going into the receiver, I only have the turntable and an auxiliary cord going in, so I use Input 1 or Line 1
Posted on 12/8/14 at 10:28 pm to chinhoyang
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I use my old Bang and Olufsen system:
Nice.
I have a Beogram 1700 'table with a MMC4 cart.works just fine.
FYI...Soundsmith makes new carts for the old B&O arms.
Posted on 12/8/14 at 10:38 pm to nm1230
Nm1230...you can use any "line level" input (4 mv).
That, btw, is the audio term for this type of input.
Analog connections can be either single-ended (RCA), or balanced (XLR).
I try to use the technical terms here so if any of the folks here ever pick up an audio mag, they won't be lost. It also helps when you walk into audio salons and you speak the same language as the guy facing you.
Enjoy the listen...
That, btw, is the audio term for this type of input.
Analog connections can be either single-ended (RCA), or balanced (XLR).
I try to use the technical terms here so if any of the folks here ever pick up an audio mag, they won't be lost. It also helps when you walk into audio salons and you speak the same language as the guy facing you.
Enjoy the listen...
Posted on 12/9/14 at 10:57 am to JumpingTheShark
The Fisher 800
linn lp12
Heresy
Posted on 12/9/14 at 12:37 pm to betweenthebara
That is some nice stuff.
I love htat we finally have an audiophile thread, haha. We should change the name of the thread.
I love htat we finally have an audiophile thread, haha. We should change the name of the thread.
Posted on 12/9/14 at 1:01 pm to SUB
The linn & fisher were passed down from me dad. I got more than one whooping when I was a kid for fricking with his tone arm.
This post was edited on 12/9/14 at 1:02 pm
Posted on 12/9/14 at 5:37 pm to SUB
Changed
Kept vinyl in there so if people search it they can find it
Kept vinyl in there so if people search it they can find it
Posted on 12/9/14 at 6:37 pm to JumpingTheShark
Somebody school me on vinyl care and cleaning. The do's and don'ts, because and why?
Posted on 12/9/14 at 7:14 pm to betweenthebara
The Linn SonDeck LP12 has been in constant production for over 30 years. It is an audiophile classic that is still current. The amount of tweaks and upgrades offered for that 'table are abundant--from the motor, motor isolation, power supply, bearings, plinth, springs, arm base, and on and on.
That 'table has more blogs and forums dedicated to it than almost any other piece of hi end audio gear.
You can actually spend $9k+ on mods for a $4k table!
With that said, that is a damn fine starter table for you (if you are just starting out in this adventure).
That 'table has more blogs and forums dedicated to it than almost any other piece of hi end audio gear.
You can actually spend $9k+ on mods for a $4k table!
With that said, that is a damn fine starter table for you (if you are just starting out in this adventure).
Posted on 12/9/14 at 7:19 pm to TheFolker
TheFolker,
Everyone has their cleaning rituals. From enzyme fluids to steam to glue (for the bad ones).
I use a VPI motorized vacuum cleaner and it does fine. They run about $700. If that is too steep for you, I recommend a SpinClean for around $80 or so.they work well. Just buy an enzyme solution (le Art du Son, MoFi, etc.) and a rinse (distiller water will work for a rinse too), and you should be good.
Everyone has their cleaning rituals. From enzyme fluids to steam to glue (for the bad ones).
I use a VPI motorized vacuum cleaner and it does fine. They run about $700. If that is too steep for you, I recommend a SpinClean for around $80 or so.they work well. Just buy an enzyme solution (le Art du Son, MoFi, etc.) and a rinse (distiller water will work for a rinse too), and you should be good.
Posted on 12/9/14 at 7:31 pm to TheFolker
"My record sounds scratched"!!!!!!!!
I figured I would share my experiences with this since many here seem to be buying a good bit of used vinyl.
A record may have "surface noise" which may present itself as a "tick" or "pop"--don't confuse that with a scratch. Ticks and pops are the result of dirty records--dust, finger oils, and general crud. That can be cleaned away.
A true scratch will be a consistent pop every revolution. All the cleaning in the world won't get rid of it.
Some records will sound tinny or have sibilance--when "S" sounds sound staticky and exaggerated. That may be due to groove damage--usually done by a very cheap, as I call them, Sears and Roebuck needle from the '70's. There is not anything to fix this either.
Most audiophiles clean brand new records too. There is usually a bit of the release agent from the pressing still on the surface when you first open your new LP. A simple spin wash will clear the agent.
Enjoy the listen...
I figured I would share my experiences with this since many here seem to be buying a good bit of used vinyl.
A record may have "surface noise" which may present itself as a "tick" or "pop"--don't confuse that with a scratch. Ticks and pops are the result of dirty records--dust, finger oils, and general crud. That can be cleaned away.
A true scratch will be a consistent pop every revolution. All the cleaning in the world won't get rid of it.
Some records will sound tinny or have sibilance--when "S" sounds sound staticky and exaggerated. That may be due to groove damage--usually done by a very cheap, as I call them, Sears and Roebuck needle from the '70's. There is not anything to fix this either.
Most audiophiles clean brand new records too. There is usually a bit of the release agent from the pressing still on the surface when you first open your new LP. A simple spin wash will clear the agent.
Enjoy the listen...
Posted on 12/9/14 at 7:47 pm to SUB
Gonna try and update my OP tonight because I've bought a bunch of new shite since I started this thread
A bunch of albums I mean, not equipment
A bunch of albums I mean, not equipment
Posted on 12/9/14 at 9:51 pm to JumpingTheShark
spinning Grateful Dead Reckoning now
a beautiful 180 gram remaster of one of my favorite albums
a beautiful 180 gram remaster of one of my favorite albums
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