2. analog
  3. 183949-99308

Admitting my error…

Admitting my error of some years ago, when downsizing residences I sold my 1500 lps (my father’s, uncle’s and my collection :) because, of course nearly everything is available digitally, I am considering getting back into vinyl. Kit-wise I’m looking at Dr. Feikert Venti/J Sikora Initial TT level - full kit approx $15k including phonostage.

The Joseph Audio/Doshi/Aurender/J Sikora room at AXPONA simply blew me away. Switching between amazing digital and uber-rich and detailed analog, I kept returning to the room like the sweets table at a Bar Mitzvah. I understand that at $250K the rig was 2x’s mine (Pathos Heritage/Tannoy Kensignton/Innuous MK3/Phoenix USB/NET/Chord HSM/DAVE w/ SJ DC4 ARC6 lpsu. But still the character of the vinyl sound was utterly entrancing.

My question: If I go this route, I’d like to "restock" my collection to some extent by purchasing a reasonably sized vinyl lot, then add selectively over time. Any recommendations as to lot purchasing? ("Don’t do it!" is an acceptable recommendation.)

TIA

 

 
 
 

128x128cantorgale
cdtd
24 posts
 

There r so many variables that are not understood in any of our replies and “insights”.  Thats is why some can enjoy a single media on $1k of system value and others can not with a $300k system value.  The $1k person can truly be crazy happy as can the $300k be truly not.  I THINK, u dumped vinyl for Your Good Reason and you can enjoy OUR hobby via digital, for your reasons, and be ECSTATIC!!   I live on both planes, and every year gravitate more to the way I USE & ENJOY the hobby.  (Music & electronics).  I do wish I could of attended AXPONA.   And I LOVE!  playing tunes for my, much older brother, kids and their Sig Oth’s.   So I stream, unless I have a lot of My Time, then I have to plan on electricity warm up time🫣

terry9
2,213 posts
 

Don't forget a good ultrasonic record cleaner, especially if you buy used. Not only improves the sound considerably, but also reduces stylus wear. If your cartridge is costly, US cleaner can even be cost-effective. It is for me. 

rdk777's avatar
rdk777
566 posts
 

Records are the bomb.  Buy what you can afford and buy new - that's the best way to start a collection. Used records on Ebay/Discogs are mostly disappointing. Used record stores are also inflated in price, but I enjoy frequenting them on weekends when I have no firm plans. It's a choice hobby - so, expect it to be expensive and enjoy. Life's a beach and you....

smandlej
70 posts
 

If you are going to buy used vinyl you will need to purchase a decent record cleaning machine and replace cheap paper inners with anti static ones. I know as I have been buying used vinyl for years ever since the advent of CD's, when record companies promised that their back catalogues would be appearing on CD but never got round to until recently. Best of luck in whatever you choose to do.

dinov's avatar
dinov
789 posts
 

That’s unfortunate. I remember in the 80s when cds came in, people were selling their album collections, including me to a lesser degree, a good audiophile friend of mine vehemently warmed against selling my vinyl collection. I remember what he said to this day “ if you sell your albums, you’re selling your soul.” Many years later when I got back into audio and bought a new turntable, I spent several months buying every single album that I parted with back then, plus about 5 times more as many albums! All I can tell you is splurge as much as you can and enjoy the ride..

More to discover