But wouldn't the turntable sound better if I connected through a phono input?A phono input provides additional gain and RIAA equalization for records. Your turntable has this built in, but can be switched out to use a phono input, like on the Onkyo. I really dont think there would be much difference in quality between whats in your turntable compared to whats in the Onkyo. Now if you were to use this, sound would definitely improve.
Looking to get started. please help
Hi everyone. I am new here. I had a friend suggest I check this site out. I am really new to higher end audio and am looking for some help!
For years I have been listening to music on a crappy surround sound system and I feel it's time to move on.
I know I am at the VERY low end, but right now I would like to spend about $1500 on speakers and amp at the most to move on to something better. Over time, I'd invest more money, but that's my max at the moment.
My main sources for listening to music would be a record player, my iPod, computer and occasionally my TV. Because I am not really into movies or anything like that, I've definitely decided I don't need anything more than a 2-channel system.
I went to a local shop and this was what was recommended to me...
Receiver - Onkyo
http://us.onkyo.com/Products/model.php?m=TX-8050&class=Receiver&source=prodClass
Speakers - PSB
http://www.wwstereo.com/PSB/IMAGINEBBA
But, then someone told me to come to this site and ask for advice. I was also told that I really shouldn't get a receiver, but instead get an integrated amp.
I really need help! Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
For years I have been listening to music on a crappy surround sound system and I feel it's time to move on.
I know I am at the VERY low end, but right now I would like to spend about $1500 on speakers and amp at the most to move on to something better. Over time, I'd invest more money, but that's my max at the moment.
My main sources for listening to music would be a record player, my iPod, computer and occasionally my TV. Because I am not really into movies or anything like that, I've definitely decided I don't need anything more than a 2-channel system.
I went to a local shop and this was what was recommended to me...
Receiver - Onkyo
http://us.onkyo.com/Products/model.php?m=TX-8050&class=Receiver&source=prodClass
Speakers - PSB
http://www.wwstereo.com/PSB/IMAGINEBBA
But, then someone told me to come to this site and ask for advice. I was also told that I really shouldn't get a receiver, but instead get an integrated amp.
I really need help! Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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OK. Now I feel like I am getting somewhere. I could get the mini lores for $649 The NAD 326 integrated amp for $550 And the phono stage for $170 to run my turntable through and into the amp, right? That is basically what I would need? That would put me at around $1,400. Getting more for my money with more ability to upgrade in the future than what I originally posted in the very beginning of this thread, right? |
Rootsrockreggae, did you read this review on the NAD? Also, here is a review for the Integra version of the Onkyo. My understanding of the "Audiophiles Welcome?" section at the end of the Integra review is that the unit is a good choice for a simple one box solution, but a little extra effort and expense will result in better sound. As I previously stated, to use the NAD, you will also need a DAC for digital inputs (TV & iPod), and you can connect a subwoofer to the NAD C316, just differently from the C326. |
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