MiltyG565 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 So I have a couple of vinyl here, but nothing to play them on, so after a little bit of looking around, I think I'm going to get a Denon turntable, but I'm stuck for ideas on sound systems. I know for records, it doesn't need to be stereo, but if it's in stereo, then I can also use it for listening to music from my laptop. I also wouldn't mind a subwoofer. So, what packs the best punch for the money? You lot are usually good at this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Why would you not need stereo for vinyl. I'm pretty sure most vinyl since the mid '60s has been in stereo. Am I missing something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltyG565 Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 [quote name='Roland Rock' timestamp='1377680402' post='2190153'] Why would you not need stereo for vinyl. I'm pretty sure most vinyl since the mid '60s has been in stereo. Am I missing something? [/quote] Has it? I thought it was all in mono! Ooops Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I assume you need to buy an amp with pair of speakers to go with the turntable ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ras52 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 [quote name='RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE' timestamp='1377684146' post='2190225'] I assume you need to buy an amp with pair of speakers to go with the turntable ? [/quote] And possibly a phono pre-amp, as a lot of (most?) modern amps don't have phono inputs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tm486 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 [quote name='MiltyG565' timestamp='1377668435' post='2190028'] So I have a couple of vinyl here, but nothing to play them on, so after a little bit of looking around, I think I'm going to get a Denon turntable, but I'm stuck for ideas on sound systems. I know for records, it doesn't need to be stereo, but if it's in stereo, then I can also use it for listening to music from my laptop. I also wouldn't mind a subwoofer. So, what packs the best punch for the money? You lot are usually good at this [/quote] Not sure what your budget is, but I would say have a look on ebay, you can get some great bargains on stuff local to you as people rarely like posting hi-fi items. Check to make sure that any amp you buy has a phono input for the turntable, you can buy external ones, but it would be easier if the amp had one built in. With regards to the subwoofer, I would ignore that for now personally, I'd spend your full budget on a pair of speakers and an amp and then add the subwoofer later if you still feel that you need it. I did that and although I am still on the lookout for a sub at a decent price, it's nowhere near the top of my list. For music, I don't notice a lack of bass at all, I only really want the subwoofer for watching films tbh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregBass Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 If you have sound on your PC, Maplin sell USB turntables. You can then use your existing gear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltyG565 Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 [quote name='GregBass' timestamp='1377698661' post='2190512'] If you have sound on your PC, Maplin sell USB turntables. You can then use your existing gear [/quote] I only have a MacBook Pro, which has terrible speakers installed in it. I reckon they're really only for videos where people talk and that kind of thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Subwoofers are for home cinema bores to help drown out the terrible dialogue in most modern films. Ignore them and buy a decent pair of full range HiFi speakers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ras52 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 [quote name='MiltyG565' timestamp='1377698857' post='2190513'] I only have a MacBook Pro, which has terrible speakers installed in it. I reckon they're really only for videos where people talk and that kind of thing. [/quote] I'm guessing you're one of those "young people" who mostly listens to music on earbuds! As above, full-range speakers FTW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 There is another way(but not so good imho). Get USB turntable, link it to your MacBook Pro, then buy a pair of studio monitors . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltyG565 Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 [quote name='ras52' timestamp='1377702028' post='2190560'] I'm guessing you're one of those "young people" who mostly listens to music on earbuds! As above, full-range speakers FTW. [/quote] No I'm not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gelfin Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 (edited) Without knowing your budget it is a bit difficult to guide you to specific products. I have worked in the Hi Fi industry for over twenty years, but rarely get into this type of thread,because there are many diverse opinions and there is a danger of derailing the thread into an argument. However the good advice above is to go for a decent amplifier and full range speakers. Make sure that not only does the amp have a phono stage but it is the right one for the cartridge on the turntable. It should most likely be MM (moving magnet). I have no idea what Hi Fi stores are near to you but if you check out Richer Sounds website you can get an idea what budget kit is available. Sorry if I am assuming you are "budget" Which Denon T/T are you considering and what does it cost? There may be a better alternative for the money. Although it is not always possible, try to have a listen to the kit with music you know before you buy. Edited August 28, 2013 by gelfin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinny Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_zZKIv8nVY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltyG565 Posted August 30, 2013 Author Share Posted August 30, 2013 [quote name='Vinny' timestamp='1377862430' post='2192879'] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_zZKIv8nVY[/media] [/quote] Haha! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 (edited) Haha, my dad still calls the stereo the "radiogram" Edited August 30, 2013 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltyG565 Posted August 30, 2013 Author Share Posted August 30, 2013 [quote name='Roland Rock' timestamp='1377868316' post='2193008'] Haha, my dad still calls the stereo the "radiogram" [/quote] Mine still calls the radio "the wireless". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BILL POSTERS Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 [quote name='MiltyG565' timestamp='1377876046' post='2193152'] Mine still calls the radio "the wireless". [/quote] So do I as it happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mottlefeeder Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 [quote name='GregBass' timestamp='1377698661' post='2190512'] If you have sound on your PC, Maplin sell USB turntables. You can then use your existing gear [/quote] If you check the 'Which' reviews at your local library, some of these basic USB turntables provide a really low-quality output. David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltyG565 Posted September 1, 2013 Author Share Posted September 1, 2013 [quote name='Mottlefeeder' timestamp='1378053502' post='2195164'] If you check the 'Which' reviews at your local library, some of these basic USB turntables provide a really low-quality output. David [/quote] Li... berry? What is this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BILL POSTERS Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 [quote name='MiltyG565' timestamp='1378059382' post='2195313'] Li... berry? What is this? [/quote] Sounds like a pudding from your local chinese takeaway. Round most of North Wark's, its usually a derelict,boarded up building that used to have books in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltyG565 Posted September 2, 2013 Author Share Posted September 2, 2013 [quote name='BILL POSTERS' timestamp='1378078013' post='2195662'] Sounds like a pudding from your local chinese takeaway. Round most of North Wark's, its usually a derelict,boarded up building that used to have books in it. [/quote] In Northern Ireland, they are usually very empty, very fresh and expensive buildings that should have books in them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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