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Closeout/cheap audio? Now outdoor speakers

Posted on 4/26/16 at 10:33 am
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
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Posted on 4/26/16 at 10:33 am
I need to replace the stuff I use for outdoors. I really just need a basic receiver with at least aux input, but Bluetooth would be nice. Also outdoor speakers. Woot doesn't have a lot right now. Where else can I look?
This post was edited on 4/28/16 at 9:39 am
Posted by Gaston
Dirty Coast
Member since Aug 2008
38940 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 10:38 am to
I'd go to a pawn shop and buy an older receiver of a reputable brand, and old Sansui would be epic. Make sure it's heavy as frick and still works. Offer them almost nothing and work from there.

You don't need an AUX input, you can just buy a 3.5 mm to RCA cable.
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
81604 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 10:48 am to
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You don't need an AUX input, you can just buy a 3.5 mm to RCA cable.

Doing that now, and it sucks. I think it being outside makes the connections corrode or something. I have to twist them a lot to get any sound, then it's hit and miss. My experience with that method is what makes me want new.
Posted by TigerWise
Front Seat of an Uber
Member since Sep 2010
35113 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 10:51 am to
Bluetooth can suck also
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
81604 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 10:54 am to
It's been pretty reliable with my Nyne Bass. I have never used it with a stereo receiver though. I mostly put in 5 discs in a changer and let it do random. Mostly for background music that no one is paying too too much attention to.
Posted by Gaston
Dirty Coast
Member since Aug 2008
38940 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 10:55 am to
You want a USB input? I thought you meant 3.5 to 3.5 AUX input, just saying you don't need that little jack because it's effectively the same as having RCA on the other end and going into DVD or Tape or any other input.
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
81604 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 10:58 am to
quote:

You want a USB input?
No.

quote:

I thought you meant 3.5 to 3.5 AUX input
Yes.

quote:

just saying you don't need that little jack because it's effectively the same as having RCA on the other end and going into DVD or Tape or any other input.

I don't agree based upon my recent use. Maybe if the stuff were indoors.
Posted by CAD703X
Liberty Island
Member since Jul 2008
77945 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:27 pm to
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AlxTgr


you listen to shitty music anyway so what does it matter?
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
81604 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:48 pm to
I like the shitty music to be heard.
Posted by Gaston
Dirty Coast
Member since Aug 2008
38940 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 2:12 pm to
Just so you know, the RCA connection is better. Your recent use is skewing actual physics.

ETA: if you want to hear it then buy an old bomb-arse receiver and pair it with some modern bookshelf speakers you protect from the elements. Bigger cabinet the better.
This post was edited on 4/26/16 at 2:16 pm
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
81604 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 2:19 pm to
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Just so you know, the RCA connection is better.
It's horrid. I use 3.5 in too many devices to list. Always works with no need for twisting. It cannot hurt to buy one with an aux in. The RCAs will be there if i want to use the total piece of shite cable designed for that.

Is fighting the hypo a mental disorder?

quote:

if you want to hear it then buy an old bomb-arse receiver and pair it with some modern bookshelf speakers you protect from the elements. Bigger cabinet the better.

I will be getting a receiver and speakers. Thank you.
Posted by Gaston
Dirty Coast
Member since Aug 2008
38940 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 2:40 pm to
You're arguing against every single integrated amplifier manufacturer on the planet, but OK. My $1k integrated amp, receivers aren't even real things in Hi-Fi anymore, doesn't have an AUX in and it sounds amazing with devices connected with 3.5 to RCA cabling. I'm absolutely not being contrary here.
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
81604 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 2:45 pm to
OK, that's great. That doesn't change the fact that I need a new receiver(current one doesn't work properly) , and I would like it to have an aux input. It's really that simple. I'm not arguing against anything. I trying to get you to understand how crazy you are.
Posted by Gaston
Dirty Coast
Member since Aug 2008
38940 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 2:55 pm to
FWIW I don't think you can find a modern, POS, receiver without a 3.5 mm AUX in, so it's a moot point. The RCA vs 3.5 connection argument that you're trying to make is bizarre. One is more susceptible corrosion is I think your premise but your one data point is completely irrelevant in changing overall audio interconnect theory.
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
81604 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 3:45 pm to
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The RCA vs 3.5 connection argument that you're trying to make is bizarre.
I'm not making one. You're obsession with what you think I'm saying is bizarre.

Gaston. Calm down for just one second and stop shaking. Accept the facts which are:

Alx owns a receiver that is not working satisfactorily.
Alx needs and desires a new receiver.
Alx would like to be able to use 3.5mm even if it is not the best mode of data transfer.
Alx desires places that sell these items to consumers in exchange for legal tender.

The end.
Posted by Mung
NorCal
Member since Aug 2007
9054 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 3:55 pm to
I've got an old turntable in my storage unit. Will that work? it has some wires on the back. You can have it for free.
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
81604 posts
Posted on 4/26/16 at 3:59 pm to
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it has some wires on the back
Those are probably superior to Gaston's fancy RCAs too!.
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
81604 posts
Posted on 4/27/16 at 3:30 pm to
Found one on woot today. Yay!
Posted by CAD703X
Liberty Island
Member since Jul 2008
77945 posts
Posted on 4/27/16 at 5:28 pm to
you and mung have a guy-party yesterday?
Posted by NOFOX
New Orleans
Member since Jan 2014
9932 posts
Posted on 4/27/16 at 11:40 pm to
These Daytons from Parts Express are great budget outdoor speakers:

Parts Express - Dayton Indoor/Outdoor
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