Turntable advice needed

[VICTORIA PLUM]

Hey, can't really comment on the turntable thing but I am so with you when it comes to loudspeakers by Q Acoustics. Of the lower cost and standmount type, I had a pair some years back and they were damn fine. If you are looking to get into vinyl in a very hobbyist way then you will certainly need a turntable/arm/cartridge and also an amplifier. My advice is to always buy second hand unless you really can't as buying brand new is a bit of a mugs game if you don't have money to throw away. There is plenty of really good highly trendy 70's stuff out there like the already mentioned Sansui SR222. Most of all whatever you do, never rush into a decision, just take your time and be patient. There are a lot of wealthy dealers out there from people who just cannot wait. You are making the best decision ever just by showing an interest.

Thanks Shaun, good advice to not rush into it.

Had a look at eBay and the sensui SR222 looks pretty cool. Varied prices though and have no idea why, I guess varying degrees of condition.

[walpurgis]

Also look at Pioneer PL-12D turntables. They are reliable and simple. I keep one myself for nostalgic reasons (and it sounds pretty good).

[Cycleallday]

Check your messages Vicki

Mel

[Haselsh1]

Thanks Shaun, good advice to not rush into it.

Had a look at eBay and the sensui SR222 looks pretty cool. Varied prices though and have no idea why, I guess varying degrees of condition.

Yeah, again Ms Plum, If you are buying into a lifestyle what would be the point of a scratched and knackered old piece of junk...? Take your time...! You have the money 'they' want...! Think carefully and you are less likely to mess it up.
For me, condition is everything. I want it mint and if it isn't then my money goes elsewhere. You are treading a very risky path. Vinyl is highly addictive and highly trendy right now. You call the shots NOT them.

[Haselsh1]

Also look at Pioneer PL-12D turntables. They are reliable and simple. I keep one myself for nostalgic reasons (and it sounds pretty good).

Oh yes, another classic that I have never owned.

[DSJR]

Also look at Pioneer PL-12D turntables. They are reliable and simple. I keep one myself for nostalgic reasons (and it sounds pretty good).

I was reminded elsewhere recently of the Pioneer PL12-AC which preceded the 12-D and which was rather more sturdily made before the tolerances began to slip here and there. Not as many were sold so they're rarer.

If vinyl is a new thing and vintage isn't a problem, I'd also suggest one of the LATER Dual 505's (505-3 is preferred as they're quieter and in nicer better plinths, many spares can be got if needed and the arm/cartridge is easy to get styli or replacement cartridges for). The 505 lives on as the 505-4 at around 500 Euros or less. The original cartridge was an Ortofon OM type. Just a thought, but the auto lift-stop at side end would be a nice thing to have and by the 505-3, the sonics were fine... I'll stick me neck out further and say that ALL older Duals prior to this model are conservation pieces and will need work doing on them. They're worth it for idiots like me to strip down and service - and I get huge pleasure from doing this, but not really projects for newbies to the medium of vinyl. The 505's are 'new' enough not to need much with luck and good ones are around a ton...

[Cycleallday]

Hi I hope I’m posting this in the right section! We’ve had so much fun buying vinyl for Christmas presents for other people that we’ve decided to invest in a turntable ourselves.

We’ve looked on line and been to curry’s but we’re not sure what to go for. We’ve got about £150 to spend. I got some advice on Bluetooth speakers on another thread which turned out to be brilliant so thought I’d raise another question. We’re not sure if we should get a Bluetooth turntable that could connect to the speakers we’ve already got or to go for a new set of speakers with the turntable as the turntable will be in another room. There seems to be quite a lot of choice in the sub £100 category but we don’t really want something novelty!

Any advice on set ups within our budget would be very welcome indeed.

Thanks in advance and I hope everyone’s having a wonderful Christmas!

This seems to meet your wishes - also gets quite good reviews in hifi press

https://www.superfi.co.uk/p-17932-au...turntable.aspx

I saw one yesterday in John Lewis Southampton clear out sale for about £125 and it looked as though it included bluetooth speakers as well.

I think Richer Sounds also carry it.

It comes with cartridge and can also plug into amplifier if you choose to upgrade in the future.

Audio Technica make many hifi cartridges so should have a decent product here.

Mel

[Audio Al]

This seems to meet your wishes - also gets quite good reviews in hifi press

https://www.superfi.co.uk/p-17932-au...turntable.aspx

I saw one yesterday in John Lewis Southampton clear out sale for about £125 and it looked as though it included bluetooth speakers as well.

I think Richer Sounds also carry it.

It comes with cartridge and can also plug into amplifier if you choose to upgrade in the future.

Audio Technica make many hifi cartridges so should have a decent product here.

Mel

£189 down to £145 and the £125 in the " We cant sell them " clear out sale , Think that sums it up

Only my opinion

[hifi_dave]

You old cynic..

Don't you like plastic turntables ?

[Audio Al]

You old cynic..

Don't you like plastic turntables ?

Who me

Plastic TT I think thats a NO NO

Only my opinion