Thanks for the topic, arro222
Back in the brick and mortar days, the early questions would be about room, present gear, goals and budget. Your first question is put in such a fashion that none of these are tied down except for the goal of "satisfaction." The second question implies there IS some gear, but without details.
My son, 22 is a very passionate, aspiring musician. So far, he has not chased hi end sound, but did complain a few years ago, "Dad, I can' t listen to mp3s any longer." He and some of his peers developed a keen interest in vinyl, so we put together a simple system that has the speed to serve his electronic and ambient music.
His source is a Dual 1229 tt w/Shure M97xE cart, a Nakamichi cassette deck for sales that supplement his digital art. Other gear includes a refurbished NAD 3140 integrated amp and a used pair of quick mtm style Model SA 1530 slender floor standing Danish loudspeakers. Toss in some good interconnects and diy speaker cables, record cleaning stuff ... done. This is how I would advise anyone wanting to get into vinyl on a budget.
IF you are a seasoned music person, and it's a "ground up" reset, it would be the room first and foremost; good power; educating yourself or getting help with speaker types and their placement, then room treatments. High quality self-powered speakers today can provide a simple, easy solution, then add streaming provisions. Uncluttered, great sound with the least cables and boxes, all easily managed from a tablet or cell.
For non-tech older folks, as with computers, find dependable, savvy help for your specific goals. The performance of entry level modern gear has become incredibly good, and it absolutely surpasses our old tried and true stock vintage gear...by far. In plain English, no matter your budget, due diligence is greatly rewarded. An amazing time for music lovers.
More Peace, Pin
Back in the brick and mortar days, the early questions would be about room, present gear, goals and budget. Your first question is put in such a fashion that none of these are tied down except for the goal of "satisfaction." The second question implies there IS some gear, but without details.
My son, 22 is a very passionate, aspiring musician. So far, he has not chased hi end sound, but did complain a few years ago, "Dad, I can' t listen to mp3s any longer." He and some of his peers developed a keen interest in vinyl, so we put together a simple system that has the speed to serve his electronic and ambient music.
His source is a Dual 1229 tt w/Shure M97xE cart, a Nakamichi cassette deck for sales that supplement his digital art. Other gear includes a refurbished NAD 3140 integrated amp and a used pair of quick mtm style Model SA 1530 slender floor standing Danish loudspeakers. Toss in some good interconnects and diy speaker cables, record cleaning stuff ... done. This is how I would advise anyone wanting to get into vinyl on a budget.
IF you are a seasoned music person, and it's a "ground up" reset, it would be the room first and foremost; good power; educating yourself or getting help with speaker types and their placement, then room treatments. High quality self-powered speakers today can provide a simple, easy solution, then add streaming provisions. Uncluttered, great sound with the least cables and boxes, all easily managed from a tablet or cell.
For non-tech older folks, as with computers, find dependable, savvy help for your specific goals. The performance of entry level modern gear has become incredibly good, and it absolutely surpasses our old tried and true stock vintage gear...by far. In plain English, no matter your budget, due diligence is greatly rewarded. An amazing time for music lovers.
More Peace, Pin