You could not go wrong with a VPI Scout, maybe a little out of your price range. You could get a used one with a MM cartridge, and that should hold you just fine. Unless of course you decide to sell me all your LP's!!! LOL!!!
TT suggestions for a newbie.
Hi All,
I recently inherited a large collection of Rock/Jazz albums from my dad and, in the meantime, came across a large lot of vinyl I bought in the 80s. I completely forgot about them and got really pumped thinking back to those days. Everything seemed to sound so much better then. Maybe it was better or I am just basking in the glow of my memories.
Regardless, I want to purchase a TT. I've scoured the web for info and, needless to say, I am staggered by the amount of data. The more forums and reviews I read the more I am confused. I know I want to by a nice, quiet, entry level model, made of solid parts. But of course, as with all newbies, I am on a budget. I don't have a preamp and the most I want to spend is $700, maybe at most $1000. I'd like have a model that has the capability for the tonearm to lift after a side is done playing, to reduce needle wear and tear. However, this is not a deal killer. I know the Thorens Turntable: TD 295 MkIV has that feature. But a review on here bashed that to bits saying it was a pro-ject with the Thorens name. I also like the Music Hall MMF 5.1. What entry level model is the best bang for the buck? Do I need a preamp? Suggestions can exclude the models I previously mentioned. I'd really appreciate your two cents.
I recently inherited a large collection of Rock/Jazz albums from my dad and, in the meantime, came across a large lot of vinyl I bought in the 80s. I completely forgot about them and got really pumped thinking back to those days. Everything seemed to sound so much better then. Maybe it was better or I am just basking in the glow of my memories.
Regardless, I want to purchase a TT. I've scoured the web for info and, needless to say, I am staggered by the amount of data. The more forums and reviews I read the more I am confused. I know I want to by a nice, quiet, entry level model, made of solid parts. But of course, as with all newbies, I am on a budget. I don't have a preamp and the most I want to spend is $700, maybe at most $1000. I'd like have a model that has the capability for the tonearm to lift after a side is done playing, to reduce needle wear and tear. However, this is not a deal killer. I know the Thorens Turntable: TD 295 MkIV has that feature. But a review on here bashed that to bits saying it was a pro-ject with the Thorens name. I also like the Music Hall MMF 5.1. What entry level model is the best bang for the buck? Do I need a preamp? Suggestions can exclude the models I previously mentioned. I'd really appreciate your two cents.
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