/r/turntables

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Let's talk about turntables.

Step One: Post pics of your deck and add a few words about the features, how you ended up with it, who it might be appropriate for, and what you like about it!

Ask questions, share images, opinions, reviews, experiences, wisdom and anything else that is mildly turntable related.

/r/turntables

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What would work best?

So I recently gifted a 1962 Wurlitzer Jukebox 2610 to my father-in-law and with it we happened to get hundreds (I'm not even exaggerating) of vintage records to go with it, they are all smaller 33 and 45 rpm records. Disclaimer I know absolutely nothing about record players/turntables or vinyls, but I wanted to ask people about what they would recommend to play these vintage records the best? They could all play them exactly the same, but I have no idea, and would be really sad to spend $500 and end up with something that doesn't work for what I wanted. TIA :)

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2024/11/03
02:24 UTC

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Speakers and preamp for SL-23

I've been reading up on the subject on this subreddit, but my mind is overflowing with options. I'm only now reading that I need to spend the most on speakers compared to my turntable, but my budget is mostly blown now. I got a Tecnics SL-23 and I need a preamp and speakers. I was thinking of getting a JDS Atom amp for the preamp, but I'm kind of torn on the speakers. I was just going to get a sub-100 dollar set of Edifiers on Amazon for now. Does that sound like a fine choice to start with?

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2024/11/03
01:31 UTC

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Help

I have a Rega Planar 3 with a R200 tonearm. Does something screw into the back of it? If so, where can I find it?

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2024/11/03
00:06 UTC

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Where can I find a new needle?

I’ve got this old 1950s High-Fidelity Magnavox stereo and I don’t know where to find a needle. Anything will help! Thank you.

0 Comments
2024/11/03
00:06 UTC

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How badly am I bottlenecked by my speakers?

I just purchased a Fluance RT82 and an ART DJPREII pre-amp to replace my old starter turntable.

I am still running Edifier R1280T powered speakers. I know they are almost certainly my lowest quality piece of equipment, but just how badly am I diminishing my audio? I’d prefer not to buy another pair of $300 speakers, but I’m open to the idea.

3 Comments
2024/11/02
23:35 UTC

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Longines Symphonette

Inherited this turntable from a family member. It came with a pair of speakers. I know only the turntable doesn’t spin. It looks kinda beat. Idk what to do with it, is it worth fixing and cleaning up, or junk it? I have a brand new Audio Technica I just got last week so I don’t need this one but if it’s worth fixing up I might do it. Thanks!

6 Comments
2024/11/02
22:41 UTC

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AT-VM95ML Highlighting Crackles and Pops

Just upgraded my stylus and I'm noticing more surface noise than ever before - is it a matter of this stylus getting deeper in the grooves where there's more dust? I dry clean my records before each play but I'm wondering if investing in a Spin Clean might be the solution... Is this something that realigning might help with too? Loving the quality otherwise, just think I can get better results re: crackling and dust!

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2024/11/02
22:30 UTC

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A 2055 Kenwood

120 bucks free shipping for a belt drive rock. The spindle was falling out, fixed the auto return. Spins too fast, belt residue needs to be cleaned. I got a Kenwood copy headshell for 14.00. And a belt. 14.00. The cart will be a 681eee. No stains or corrosion. One chip. What ya going to get for under 200 and a little work? A 24lb turntable.

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2024/11/02
21:14 UTC

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Had to join the club

Snagged a MCS 6601 off of fleabay. Soldered the RCA’s properly, plugged it into the preamp, got the timing right. It did sound bad out of one channel, but after grounding it, reseating the cartridge, all is well. It’s in really good shape. Just started building my vinyl collection. I think I’m gonna polish the dust cover. Advice for a new guy welcome. As of today I have the TT, Pre Amp, Sony AVR(90 watts RMS), Sony 5 disc changer. Running inside to Bose 901’s(with active eq)and outside to Kicker outdoor speakers(of course selectable). Also have a random Bluetooth module for streaming when I’m lazy.

6 Comments
2024/11/02
21:12 UTC

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Victrola CD burners quit working

So I have acquired a Victrola Aviator I believe. This is the older one, pre USB port, and the CD burner doesn't work anymore. I can replace the CD burner, but if someone maybe knows what make and model the CD burner is and where I might be able to purchase a couple of them, that would be fantastic and much appreciated.

4 Comments
2024/11/02
21:12 UTC

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got this at a garage sale today

haggled down from $40 to $25 everything works besides the am/fm transmitter no idea what everything else is worth but im hyped

40 Comments
2024/11/02
20:52 UTC

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Is it possible to fix this?

The turntable isn’t l

10 Comments
2024/11/02
20:40 UTC

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I didn’t get any real input last time so I’m putting this out there again. I have a chance to buy NIB for $600. It’s an oddball brand, but this thing weighs 25 lbs - build is more similar to a MacIntosh than an AT or anything else < $2,000.

4 Comments
2024/11/02
20:35 UTC

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Is this normal for these to wobble?

My dad is letting me use his cheap old record player from back in the day since he doesn't listen to records anymore, and it plays just fine, but the turntable looks almost like it wobbles, but doesn't skip or make bad noises, is this normal for these?

5 Comments
2024/11/02
20:22 UTC

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Will a ATN3600L stylus work?

Hope this is the right place to post this. I have an AT-LP120-USB and it needed a replacement stylus. I accidentally got the ATN3600L instead of the recommended ATN95E. Will this work?

4 Comments
2024/11/02
20:03 UTC

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Turntable alignment Timelapse

It’s definitely something you can do yourself, but I decided to benefit from someone else’s experience (and equipment). I booked Michael Trei to come over and set up my Hana Umami Blue and DS Audio headshell on my Technics SL-1200G. He also ended up discovering my RCA tables were terminated incorrectly on one side. Bonus!

Very pleased with the upgrades.

0 Comments
2024/11/02
19:53 UTC

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Making a style statement is important to me, but not at the expense of quality and performance. Would buying this mean I’m a sucker?

75 Comments
2024/11/02
19:25 UTC

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Is this a steal or an expensive project?

Just saw an ad at a group I am a member at. Thats it, it just says Technics for sale, 40€> There is a phone number and thats all. No explanation of the condition or whether it needs a new cartridge or belt or... I know the brand is good, everyone brags about their TT while I with my LP60X is despised hahhahahahha! Would this be a step up in the game? If it is not functional, would this be an expensive fix? I have the Edifier R1280T, would I also need a pre-amp, amp? Anything else? Every advice is good advice. Thank you.

6 Comments
2024/11/02
19:23 UTC

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A Saturday afternoon with my new toy

11 Comments
2024/11/02
19:17 UTC

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