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One for @Ed Selley if he’s around.

Was reading your review of the Technics SL1500C and am tempted to pick one up in favour of my LP12 (Ortofon 2M Bronze, Jelco SA-750 DB arm, Origin Live Advanced DC motor kit).

I’ve never fully taken to the LP12 despite it being a long-term target - I got if for an ok price. It does sound really good, and tracks really well, but has two things that really bug me; motor noise and an audible hum from the cartridge.

Is the SL1500C quiet in operation?
 
hamicle said:
One for @Ed Selley if he’s around.

Was reading your review of the Technics SL1500C and am tempted to pick one up in favour of my LP12 (Ortofon 2M Bronze, Jelco SA-750 DB arm, Origin Live Advanced DC motor kit).

I’ve never fully taken to the LP12 despite it being a long-term target - I got if for an ok price. It does sound really good, and tracks really well, but has two things that really bug me; motor noise and an audible hum from the cartridge.

Is the SL1500C quiet in operation?
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This isn't Ed, but it's on topic.
 
hamicle said:
So in a quick escalation I had a look on Gumtree and someone local was selling an SL1210MK2. Turns out it was someone I know. It's now home and set up with the Ortofon 2M Bronze on and sounds great. To be honest the LP12 is likely to be up on Gumtree soon.
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Out of interest, what you thinking price-wise for that LP12?
 
Need an Amplifier cause my receiver is on the fritz. I have Klipsch R-15M speakers if thats info thats needed. I don't have a clue on what to get. Is a Lepy 2020A a good choice?
 
Dylanfan253 said:
@Joe Mac and @HiFi Guy, Thanks for the advice a couple months back regarding speaker and amp upgrade. Went for the Elac Debut 2.0 f5.2 and holding off on upgrading from my sony avr so hopefully I can appreciate the sonic change when I add a stereo amp.
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@displayname I'm sure you gave your advice as well I know you did last winter when I asked about table and preamp suggestions thank you as well!
 
Is my recollection correct regarding stereo amp suggestions at or around the $400 usd price point. I believe @Joe Mac suggested the NAD 316BEE. The rest of my setup is orbit custom w/Grado Black, Vincent Pho-8, ELAC Debut 2.0 F5.2
 
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Dylanfan253 said:
Is my recollection correct regarding stereo amp suggestions at or around the $400 usd price point. I believe @Joe Mac suggested the NAD 316BEE.
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Do I remember right that you got a Pho-8 pre amp? If you did I’d look at the 326BEE if you can find any remaining stock.
 
Dylanfan253 said:
Initial searches have not led me to any new units which I would prefer over used, if I continue to not find it what would you suggest.
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That’s a pity. It’s probably a better bang for buck unit as it doesn’t actually have a phono stage built in which plays into your hands as you already have an external one. Probably the 316 for your budget then.
 
Joe Mac said:
That’s a pity. It’s probably a better bang for buck unit as it doesn’t actually have a phono stage built in which plays into your hands as you already have an external one. Probably the 316 for your budget then.
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I figured that was why you suggested that as I wont be using the built in phono stage.
 
Dylanfan253 said:
I figured that was why you suggested that as I wont be using the built in phono stage.
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Just a random comment on the NAD, if you're looking for a 326BEE and you find a used one in good condition and at a good price, you may want to consider it and then just take it in for a tune-up. It'll run you about $100-150, but they'll clean all the contacts, dials, etc... and it should be like new. That is a great amp, I'm a big fan. I have a NAD C375BEE that I bought a few years ago that I just love and will be going into my second system. Again, might be worth the trouble for the right one at the right price ;)
 
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AnthonyI said:
Just a random comment on the NAD, if you're looking for a 326BEE and you find a used one in good condition and at a good price, you may want to consider it and then just take it in for a tune-up. It'll run you about $100-150, but they'll clean all the contacts, dials, etc... and it should be like new. That is a great amp, I'm a big fan. I have a NAD C375BEE that I bought a few years ago that I just love and will be going into my second system. Again, might be worth the trouble for the right one at the right price ;)
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I am not inherently opposed to buying used as even a new item can be faulty but ideally I would like to buy new. The battle is always setting a budget as you generally get what you pay for and I can always spend more but relative to the rest of my setup I don't want to spend more then I will get out of the amp relative to the capabilities of my TT, Pre Amp, and Speakers. I feel I will be satisfied with my setup once I have a proper stereo amp, my speakers and pre amp will likely be apart of my system for the near future.
 
Dylanfan253 said:
I am not inherently opposed to buying used as even a new item can be faulty but ideally I would like to buy new. The battle is always setting a budget as you generally get what you pay for and I can always spend more but relative to the rest of my setup I don't want to spend more then I will get out of the amp relative to the capabilities of my TT, Pre Amp, and Speakers. I feel I will be satisfied with my setup once I have a proper stereo amp, my speakers and pre amp will likely be apart of my system for the near future.
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Agreed, you never know even with new items, but they're new and the chances for issues I would assume are smaller. I think I came across one on ebay that was a factory refurb with a 1 year factory warranty.........might be worth a look. Let me see if I can get a link for you.
 
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