$1000 budget. NYC Apartment Setup
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David A.
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I’ll probably go with the UTurn if I need a smaller footprint. But I’d prefer to keep my components separate so I can build into the future. Lots of great advice here.
AnthonyI
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I have to toss out my mandatory PLX 1000 plug. Excellent deck, built like a tank, can handle anything you might want to through at it over time. Negative will always be the cover not being hinged (minor in my opinion), positive, the head shell flexibility.
Actually @David A. i don’t think this has been mentioned yet. If you don’t go for a u turn a Fluance RT82 might not be a bad call at $299.99. Their RTs are nice tables and this one comes with an ort OM cart. Auto speed change is a definite plus too. I’d pick a fluance over a u turn personally. Of course all comes down to budget and balancing that across the components you want.
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JohnnyCashFan
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Grab one of these for $20 and put it under the Orbit. Will give a added layer of isolation from vibrations, etc. Many use them here.
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Angsty
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@HiFi Guy, we agree on more than we disagree! I agree that cheap turntables are never worth the price of entry if you actually intend to listen to records. The Ortofon 2M Bronze is on my no-buy list, too. As for powered/active speakers, there is a upgrade path if you like that kind of thing. The first pair that enamored me was the Paradigm Reference Active/20, but today's upmarket options are far more sophisticated:
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I would suggest that anyone under 50 who is looking to buy a new system to consider digital streaming options in the equation. Digital streaming is too convenient to ignore, even if you listen to vinyl +90% of the time. I use streaming to preview vinyl that I want to consider purchasing. Streaming could either be Bluetooth or WiFi, depending on the user,
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I would suggest that anyone under 50 who is looking to buy a new system to consider digital streaming options in the equation. Digital streaming is too convenient to ignore, even if you listen to vinyl +90% of the time. I use streaming to preview vinyl that I want to consider purchasing. Streaming could either be Bluetooth or WiFi, depending on the user,
Love the simplicity of this system.
@HiFi Guy, we agree on more than we disagree! I agree that cheap turntables are never worth the price of entry if you actually intend to listen to records. The Ortofon 2M Bronze is on my no-buy list, too. As for powered/active speakers, there is a upgrade path if you like that kind of thing. The first pair that enamored me was the Paradigm Reference Active/20, but today's upmarket options are far more sophisticated:
KEF LS50 Wireless II Streaming System Review
Review of KEF's LS50 Wireless II streaming speaker system
I would suggest that anyone under 50 who is looking to buy a new system to consider digital streaming options in the equation. Digital streaming is too convenient to ignore, even if you listen to vinyl +90% of the time. I use streaming to preview vinyl that I want to consider purchasing. Streaming could either be Bluetooth or WiFi, depending on the user,
To be fair though streaming is also incredibly easy to add to even a featureless non digital integrated amp. You can still pick up chromecast audio and AirPort Express’ on eBay as an entry and even €100ish can build you a really nice sounding one using a Raspberry Pi and a I2S hat DAC. I have one of those and I still like it a lot.
That’s where we differ. I’ll check out new music on my phone (free) with You Tube, then buy the vinyl.@HiFi Guy, we agree on more than we disagree! I agree that cheap turntables are never worth the price of entry if you actually intend to listen to records. The Ortofon 2M Bronze is on my no-buy list, too. As for powered/active speakers, there is a upgrade path if you like that kind of thing. The first pair that enamored me was the Paradigm Reference Active/20, but today's upmarket options are far more sophisticated:
KEF LS50 Wireless II Streaming System Review
Review of KEF's LS50 Wireless II streaming speaker system
I would suggest that anyone under 50 who is looking to buy a new system to consider digital streaming options in the equation. Digital streaming is too convenient to ignore, even if you listen to vinyl +90% of the time. I use streaming to preview vinyl that I want to consider purchasing. Streaming could either be Bluetooth or WiFi, depending on the user,
I have a nice DAC (Marantz) but it honestly gets used only for TV/movies. The technology on the digital side changes so quickly and the resale on digital gear is zero, so I don’t care to “keep up”. Also as a generality, digital gear sounds more alike than different (to me). Unlike analog.
zdkaiser
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I've never been impressed with Uturn tables. I'd recommend you keep your AT120 turntable for now and add:
Audio Technica VM95 shibata cartridge ($199)
Marantz PM6007 amp with phono stage ($799)
Wharfdale Diamond 12.0 bookshelf speakers ($350)
Speaker wire with banana plugs ($50)
$1400 total.
Audio Technica VM95 shibata cartridge ($199)
Marantz PM6007 amp with phono stage ($799)
Wharfdale Diamond 12.0 bookshelf speakers ($350)
Speaker wire with banana plugs ($50)
$1400 total.
I always used to use streaming for new stuff on the commute but less so since Covid because I’m just not commuting! Since getting the new car with CarPlay build in I’ve got to say that I am loving streaming in the car, it’s just so easy now! I like having a streaming option in the house for the rare occasions I’m in the mood to use it but because it’s far from the focus the whole Pi setup is perfect for me because it was inexpensive and also sounds decent.
The VM95ML is a better move. Slightly less money, longer stylus life (according to A/T).
Marantz makes some great amps. You need to move up a level. Won’t work for the budget.
I love the Wharfedale Dentons/Lintons. I’m listening to Lintons right now. But the 12.0 is a barking dog. The 4” driver combined with the small cabinet can’t move enough air to produce deep bass. Small driver + small cabinet = small sound.
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dansomeone
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My first setup back in 2017 was a NAD C316bee, Dentons, and a Music Hall 2.2 tt. It was very nice. I have the NAD and Dentons in my office at work now.
Covering a couple of things just upthread:
I have the AT VM95ML on my SL1210 and recommend it.
I’m using a Marantz 6005 amp, no complaints. I’ve been using the Schiit Mani pre-amp with it for the last few years but the built-in pre-amp is fine.
I have the AT VM95ML on my SL1210 and recommend it.
I’m using a Marantz 6005 amp, no complaints. I’ve been using the Schiit Mani pre-amp with it for the last few years but the built-in pre-amp is fine.
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dansomeone
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Haha, the pusher in my case was @wooha who inspired me to try a very different type of setup with a 2.3 watt SET and high efficiency speakers, which I love. I don't think I would have upgraded the NAD-Denton combo otherwise, it's really good too.Ummm. Not helping. You make the NAD and Dentons sound like gateway drugs.
Really? Isn’t this supposed to be an upgrade from the blue? Does this mean the blue is even worse than the bronze, in your opinion? My next cartridge will likely be something other than an ortofon as I’ve only ever had the red and blue and would like to try others out.