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I've noticed that vinyl is making a comeback, of sorts, and I thought it would be cool to retro back to the way it was prior to 1975 and start up a good album collection. Back then the brands were Dual, Gerard, Technics, JBL. Anyone know of any quality new turntables (that do not plug into a computer) and for that matter, new amplifiers and speakers? Thanks!
There are many many turntables sold today. I have been around audio a long time and do not remember JBL ever selling a turntable. The turntable market (other than the USB cheap models) are audiophile oriented. They usually are belt drive. The start at $300 or so and go to $20,000 or more.There is a segment focused on DJ use. Most of the DJ models are direct drive and either Technics or clones of Technics.
Be aware that an album collection can get heavy and bulky real fast. If you have the space and floor to support the shelving, great. If you see a move or two in your future, not so great.
Thanks, Hoff...great sites, I just found out Marantz makes turntables (and affordable)...some of those are outrageously expensive. And yes, JBL was speakers, of which I'm also in the market for.
I've noticed that vinyl is making a comeback, of sorts,
I wouldnt waste 5 cents on the vinyl being released now... ALL IT IS,IS THE DIGITAL MASTER RECORDED ON THE RECORD.. Total garbage and no better sounding than a CD!!
Im glad to have all the vinyl i have from the 80s and earlier THAT SOUND MUCH BETTER!! (Analogue)
Unless you have a reciever with a dedicated 'phono' input, you'd need a phono preamp. USB turntable or those with a built-in phono preamp are generally of inferior sound quality. Decent entry level phono pre-amps can be found used or in kit form for less than $50 (as can a used receiver with a phono input).
There are many quality sub $500 tables on the market that are shipped set up and ready to go.
If you decide to go the vinyl route like I did, there's much information at various music sites that cover preferential pressings of your favorite albums. Quality can vary widely based on where the LP was manufactured (pressing plant) or who cut the master lacquer (usually designated by the masterers initials in the dead wax (run off grooves).
It's fun to go out and record shop armed with a general knowledge base on what pressings to seek out and even more exciting when you find some covet titles.
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I wouldnt waste 5 cents on the vinyl being released now... ALL IT IS,IS THE DIGITAL MASTER RECORDED ON THE RECORD.. Total garbage and no better sounding than a CD!!
Im glad to have all the vinyl i have from the 80s and earlier THAT SOUND MUCH BETTER!! (Analogue)
Agreed (just like cd) that there a lots of poorly mastered digtally sourced vinyl reissues, but there are also many quality analog masters being reissued as well.
Happy to suggest some if I knew your muscial tastes.
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