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Reddit mentions of Audio-Technica AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Stereo Turntable, Silver

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We found 185 Reddit mentions of Audio-Technica AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Stereo Turntable, Silver. Here are the top ones.

Audio-Technica AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Stereo Turntable, Silver
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    Features:
  • Convert your vinyl records to digital audio files
  • Mac and PC compatible Audacity software digitizes your records
  • Fully automatic belt drive turntable operation with 2 speeds: 33 1/3, 45 RPM
  • Anti resonance, die cast aluminum platter
  • If you are purchasing the product for a sales area outside the U.S; you should consider purchasing the turntable from your sales region; This unit is set to operate on 120 Volt AC
  • Integral Dual Magnet phono cartridge with replaceable diamond stylus
  • Built in switchable phono pre amplifier with RCA output cables to connect to audio systems and powered speakers
Specs:
ColorSilver
Height14.17 Inches
Length14.06 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateJuly 2009
Sizeapple
Weight5.3 Pounds
Width3.82 Inches

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Found 185 comments on Audio-Technica AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Stereo Turntable, Silver:

u/jonny1188 · 10 pointsr/StarWars

For a reasonably priced beginner record player, I'd suggest this Audio Technica player

Not the best in the world, but at least you're not gonna tear up your records.

u/Dorian_Ye · 9 pointsr/hiphopheads

Whatever you don't go for a Crosley or any of those cheap portable players you see at Walmart, Urban Outfitters, etc. They'll ruin your records.

Most people recommend Audio-Technicas for cheap but solid first-purchase record players. Check out either the AT-LP60 or the AT-LP120. I've got the 120 myself and it's pretty damn good

u/James-Isaac-Neutron · 8 pointsr/portugaltheman

Do it. I got the deluxe vinyl boxset. You get a bunch of artwork, alternative album cover, vinyl, a super sick "rebel just for kicks" bumper sticker, other swag, and the album! And you get a digital download. And if you want to get into vinyl, the AudioTechnica AT-LP60 is a good, relatively cheap turntable that has a preamp built in so you can just plug the aux into any speaker and bump vinyl.

u/danielrose24 · 7 pointsr/vinyl

My first TT was an Audio Technica LP-60 and I have 0 complaints on it as an entry level TT. Would recommend that and a decent pair of bookshelf speakers, doesn't cost much but is miles above a suitcase TT from Crosley.

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https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Belt-Drive-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE

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u/dj_orka99 · 7 pointsr/vinyl

an extra 100$ ??? Here in Canada an lp60 is about 120$ while an LP120 is 400$

u/jcwitte · 5 pointsr/audiophile

I got these a couple years ago from my grandparents who had a component setup that they rarely used, so they are old(ish) speakers that have hardly been used.

That gouge in the sub is something I need to get fixed, but otherwise, I really like listening to music on these.

My receiver is a Hitachi HTA-4000, as pictured here - note, this is not my exact receiver, but one posted to /r/vinyl a few weeks ago.

http://i.imgur.com/LsDI0MU.jpg

And my turntable, which I got about a year ago (first ever), is here.

http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1367422799&sr=8-1&keywords=turntable

It's a beginner's table for sure, and I will hope to upgrade in the coming months.

Thanks!

u/reveuge · 5 pointsr/liluzivert

don’t get suitcase vinyl players they are BAD for your vinyls Recommend this

u/Mikeadatrix · 4 pointsr/gorillaz

Hey, welcome to the wonderful world of records! Just a note, this is an expensive hobby. So, onto the turntables, for starters, NEVER, EVER, buy a Crosley. As 'cute' as they are they will eat your records and force you to buy more. For a high-quality cheap player, I recommend the Audio-Technica AT-LP60.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002GYTPAE/ref=s9_acsd_hps_bw_c_x_2_w
For really high quality with a higher price point, I recommend the Audio-Technica AT-LP120.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/audio-technica-professional-turntable-silver/3321302.p?skuId=3321302
Personally, I feel you should go for the latter, it's gonna cost you more, but it'll REALLY treat you in the long run.
Any more questions you have, feel free to ask!

u/k8haldrup · 4 pointsr/vinyl

That is a very thoughtful idea for your son! I've been collecting vinyl since I was that age and thank my dad for my interest at a young age.

Unfortunately a lot of inexpensive turntables are poorly made and not only do damage to records but sound quite poorly. If you are unsure of his interest in vinyl and think it might not be worth it in the long run to pay for a more expensive one, then it will most likely be fine. Upgrading is fun and will teach him more about the hobby.

If you think that his interest in vinyl will grow it might be worth it to spend a bit more money for a better sounding record player. If you are trying to buy new, maybe take a look at this one: http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE. This is a pretty good sounding record player for under $100, although since there is no counter weight, you do not know how much force is being applied to the record. Having the option to adjust the tracking force will produce the best sound from your records and keep them in the best condition possible.

My advice would be to consider his interest level in vinyl before you make any big (over $100) purchases, but IMO buying an older used record player would be a better bet. You could scour some local thrift shops/ Goodwills for a couple months and one is likely to turn up there. You could also check eBay/Craigslist/etc.

As for the speakers, if you go with the Jensen, it has 2 speakers built in but also has the option for external speakers without needing an additional preamp. So those should work fine with it. The AT LP-60 has the option of using either an external preamp to play your speakers or using the built-in phono preamp on the turntable.

If you end up getting a used turntable you will likely need to buy an external preamp. Check out the sidebar for more info, hope this helps!

u/Nicholas__M · 4 pointsr/vinyl

Ok I’ll be the one to say it. This tonearm is common in cheap record players. This issue is it’s cheaply built so you won’t get great sound quality. Also the needle has no counter weight so it puts more force on the record, it can damage your records but only after tons of plays so don’t be worried. I would suggest upgrading to the atplp60 Audio-Technica AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Stereo Turntable, Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FYZLDbGHQYN81 You will need a pair of Active speakers to use this however.

u/mookietaco3000 · 4 pointsr/BillBurr

Surely my friend.

For those wondering what you'll need to get this setup, here's the other items I chose to purchase:

Table: Audio Technia 60 non blue tooth edition

https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Belt-Drive-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE

Speakers:
Micca MB42 Bookshelf Speakers With 4-Inch Carbon Fiber Woofer and Silk Dome Tweeter (Black, Pair)

https://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42-Bookshelf-Speakers-With-4-Inch-Carbon-Fiber-Woofer-and-Silk-Dome-Tweeter-Black-Pair/dp/B009IUIV4A/ref=cm_cr_dp_mb_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8


Speaker wire:
AmazonBasics 16-Gauge Speaker Wire - 100 Feet
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-16-Gauge-Speaker-Wire-100-Feet/dp/B006LW0W5Y/ref=cm_cr_dp_mb_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8


Mini-Amplifier:
Seeduck Lepy lp 2020a Class-D Hi-Fi Audio Mini Amplifier with Power Supply Lepy Amplifier LP2020A
https://www.amazon.com/Seeduck-Lepy-lp-2020a-Class-D-Hi-Fi-Audio-Mini-Amplifier-with-Power-Supply-Lepy-Amplifier-LP2020A/dp/B01HRR5AWQ/ref=cm_cr_dp_mb_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8

It was about $230 all together from amazon.

u/Drother · 4 pointsr/mildlyinteresting

This was my first table and it's wayyy better for your records than that crosley and only 94 bucks: http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Stereo-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE

u/3karma9 · 3 pointsr/Blink182

I picked up an Audio Technica similar to this one (maybe a model or two higer) as a part of a special at a local record store. Turn table, amplifier, and speakers for $275. I couldn't be happier with my purchase. As a novice vinyl collector/listener it has offered everything I need.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002GYTPAE/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1420517688&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70

I would recommend going into your local record store and asking them for a good recommendation for a starter turntable. Also see what kind of bundles they may offer. In my experience, most record store employees are more than happy to offer advice and excited to have another collector of vinyl. Of course I may just have had some great people. So if you have more than one local store, don't be afraid to shop around to find the best price. Hope this helps!

u/Foxythekid · 3 pointsr/gorillaz

Amazon has one set for 100 bucks.

Link

u/iamactuallyalion · 3 pointsr/coheedandcambria

I'm assuming that you love your records and as such want to keep them in the best possible condition so you can enjoy them for years to come. With that assumption, I'm going to strongly urge you against taking VicTheButcher's advice. Crosley turntables are marketed towards people just getting into collecting vinyl. They use a proprietary ceramic cartridge with a heavy tonearm that will cause excessive wear and damage to your records. When looking for a turntable the general rule of thumb is to go vintage (actual vintage, not 5-in-1 combo stuff). I'm a huge fan of Technics turntables myself, but there are a lot of great brands out there. Head on over to /r/vinyl for some insight into what you should look for. If you aren't looking to spend a lot right now or want something to tide you over until you can afford a nicer setup, I would recommend an Audio-Technica LP-60, which is currently available for $89 on Amazon. It is a great introductory turntable and served me well until I upgraded. Also, check your local thrift shops for turntables and audio equipment, you would be surprised at what you can run across. I've seen a lot of setups put together for a fraction of what you would expect from people hitting up their local thrift stores. Trust me, once you get a decent setup it is all worth it.

u/jewfishh · 3 pointsr/vinyl

I'm considering getting a turntable setup. The turntable I'm thinking of has a phono pre-out so the receiver/amp wouldn't need a phono input. Check these out:
turntable
Mini Amp
speakers

u/DJSlambert · 3 pointsr/Vaporwave

I have this one. It's more than you'll ever need until you get super serious about the hobby. This with a decent set of speakers will hold you over for years.

u/milesdaguy · 3 pointsr/gorillaz

Record player: Audio Technica LP120 ($250)

Speakers: Sonos Play 5 gen 1 (around $300 ish, not sure because it was a gift to me)

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If you are just starting out with collecting, I'd suggest getting the Audio-Technica ALP60 ($89-120 depending on which version you get) with a nice pair of dual speakers, and then eventually upgrading to an LP120 (unless you want to hop straight into the 120 OR EVEN decide to stick with the 60). I suggest this because the LP60 is a great starters turntable, then once you get more experience, you upgrade.

u/SaviourCartridge · 3 pointsr/makinghiphop

For only $100 you can get a low end USB turntable. I have the Audio Technica AT-LP60 and it does a pretty good job. I just record my samples into FL Studio's Edison and go from there.

u/explosivo563 · 3 pointsr/BudgetAudiophile

I doubt many around here will recommend buying new at that budget. What kind do you have now? It's probably still better than something like the audio technica lp60 ($100), which is popular but doesn't have a good reputation with most vinyl vets. The U turn table ($170) has been reviewed around here too if you are dead set on buying new and don't care much about the criticisms for these lower end tables. I'd look for a good old used tt like a technics on craigs list first though.


And that's just for the turntable. You'd be really limiting yourself if you are trying to buy a tt, speakers, an amp, and cables for under $200 new. Look at CL for deals before anything.

But the most basic setup you can get would be:

$40 Dayton bookshelf speakers

$20 lepai amp

$20 for speaker wire and RCA cable if needed

$12 Pyle preamp (there are obviously nicer options for not much more money)

And then your turntable. Which you can find a used technics for (hopefully) ~$100 or less, or a new lp60, or the U turn.

u/cowbeef01 · 3 pointsr/gorillaz

They'll ruin your records after a while. If $100 is within your budget you can try the Audio Technica AT-LP60 . Its pretty much regarded as one of the best beginner tables.

u/huggybear3 · 3 pointsr/lightsalot

I’ve heard good things about this guy:
https://www.amazon.ca/Audio-Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE
I’ll be buying it one of these days.

u/present_tense_ · 3 pointsr/radiohead

Just don't get anything with all in one built in speakers.

I Suggest an Audio Technica LP60

https://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Stereo-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE

Or if it is in you budget go for the Audio Technica LP120

https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT-LP120-USB-Direct-Drive-Professional-Turntable/dp/B002S1CJ2Q/ref=pd_lpo_267_tr_t_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=T848DSA2YQ93CZPQTNSS

I started off with an Audio Technica LP120 and still use it to this day. It is about two years old now with no problems what so ever.
The thing to note is that you will need speakers to add to it with to start off with i just used computer speakers until I upgraded my speakers last year. But i reckon the LP60 would be great as well, audio technica are imo a great brand.

Maybe this could be of assistance

https://www.turntablelab.com/pages/beginners-guide-to-turntables

Then the fun addicting part truly begins once you have a turntable to spin all you favourite albums. Plus even though it is gimmicky and less superior to black vinyl (according to people but i see no major difference) there are coloured vinyl which range from all difference fantastic colours from pressing to pressing. They look so awesome!

Example here (from one of my fav bands King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard's album 12 Bar Bruise):

https://f4.bcbits.com/img/0004877517_10.jpg


Anyway enjoy Hail to the Thief when you spin as it is my fav album ever and first record I ever owned : ) !!!

u/rollingalong · 3 pointsr/audiophile

What: Integrated Amp OR Stereo Amplifier

Critieria:

  • Around $100
  • Vintage or new, I don't mind
  • Dedicated subwoofer output (preferably with a separate volume knob)
  • Around 100W per channel, but I could go lower since it's just a bedroom setup (for reference, I have these bookshelf speakers)
  • Headphone output (3.5mm or 1/4inch is fine, since I have a few adapters lying around)
  • Little to no DIY required

    Thanks in advance, and sorry for my ignorance. I am really new to this.

    Edit: This is what I have currently. I like it a lot, but theres no good way to hook up a sub.

    This is the first upgrade in a line of improving my set-up. After I get a good amp, I'll get an appropriate sub, then I'll upgrade my LP60 to something a little more customizable.
u/georgenutmeg · 3 pointsr/vinyl

So about two or three years ago I asked for a turntable for Christmas, and I got an Audio Technica AT-LP60. I have seen that this is seemingly a disliked turn table on this sub (or in general), but I am wondering why. Will it hurt my records if I play them on it? Also, will playing records with a couple of scratches hurt the needle at all? Finally, how can I tell if the needle is damaged or not? I think that it isn't, but I would like to make sure, considering it has been so long.


Also, my dad is now seemingly into vinyl too, and he is thinking about getting a record player to use in the house. (Mine is in my room, hooked up to headphones) He wants something that is attractive and pretty well made, and is willing to spend money in order to get quality products, but we obviously aren't looking for anything that is crazy expensive. The RT80/RT81 look like good looking options, but I'm looking for suggestions. We would also need to buy speakers/a pre-amp, and these cant also be too expensive. I would say total budget is around a soft 400/450, maybe 500 absolute max, but anything cheaper would also be great.

Sorry for so many questions! Thanks in advance

u/PaulProteus42 · 3 pointsr/vinyl

The audio-technica LP-60 is a pretty good turntable. As far as something around a hundred bucks, this is a good bet.
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE

u/Jesuscrustlizard · 2 pointsr/vinyl

This has the best reviews on amazon and it's not too expense
http://amzn.com/B002GYTPAE

u/ajrpugs · 2 pointsr/trees

I have this turntable :) Yes, it's an Audiotechnica AT-LP60. I bought mine on amazon about a year ago, it's been great. I use it with a simple amp and some basic speakers. No complaints!

u/ethtrem · 2 pointsr/vinyl

My first setup was the Audio Technica AT-LP60 turntable, Lepai LP-2020A+ Amp, and Micca MB42 Bookshelf Speakers. I was able to buy all of that, along with speaker wire, for under 200 bucks. Some people in this subreddit are kinda against that turntable because it doesn't have an adjustable counterweight, but I had absolutely no problem with any of the equipment. It's all really easy to use, it played every record with no problems at all, and it only took like, half an hour to set up. For under 200 bucks, that's probably one of the best that you can get. It's not the ideal option, but it's a good starting point, especially if you're just a casual listener. Hope this helped!

u/SWATyouTalkinAbout · 2 pointsr/elliegoulding

Here you go! You'll even save a penny.

u/Tr0llTurkey · 2 pointsr/vinyl

I don't really know if I need a phono input or a seperate pre amp. I can give you what we have, maybe that would help clear some things up. You sure know more than I do.

Turntable- https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002GYTPAE/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Speakers - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009IUIV4A/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

With this info, could you give me some links in that budget on amazon? Thanks much for your help. I really do appreciate it

u/[deleted] · 2 pointsr/vinyl

I'm obviously not talking about people like you!

I'm talking about this bad boy!

u/mycombs · 2 pointsr/korea

This is a rad record player;

it's on GMarket for 148,000

u/gigglefarting · 2 pointsr/rush

I have a Audio-Technica AT-LP60. It's not a bad little turntable, but it's also my first one. If you're looking for something really good, I don't think I'd recommend it. If you're just looking for something to play your records, then it's not bad. I don't have any complaints with it, especially since you don't need a pre-amp for it, but I am looking forward to the day when I can replace it with something better. You're stuck with the cartridge it comes with, but you can upgrade the stylus.

u/ItzSweeneyz · 2 pointsr/vinyl

The turntable I use it the [Audio Technica AT-LP60] (http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1373589558&sr=8-1&keywords=Audio-Technica+AT-LP60). It works good for me; however, I'm not at expert at turntables and am still new to vinyl. I do hear though that a good way to get a deal is it look used at places like Craigslist. I would also recommend looking at the sidebar for recommendations.
About Crosleys scratching records: I hear that over time they will damage your records, but I used mine for a couple of months and I didn't notice too much of a difference. If I were you I would limit the use of it until you get something better. You will definitely notice a difference.

u/jarhead318 · 2 pointsr/deadmau5

Mine is pretty much a knock off swiss army knife. Jack of all trades but master of none. I bought this one because I had a Best Buy gift card and I'm new to the vinyl scene. It was $120 bucks but for around that price you can get a device that only plays records but does it really well. example vs
the player I have

EDIT: added link to my player

u/Eciodt · 2 pointsr/vinyl

https://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Stereo-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE would this be a good starter player? I know almost nothing about this and it’s not on the recommended ones but the LP120 is?

u/howlongwillbetoolong · 2 pointsr/LongDistance

Maybe a watch?

Nixon Time Teller

Timex Tweed Watch set

A food smoker? If he likes to cook

A cute turntable if he likes music

A casual jacket?

u/DavidF1198 · 2 pointsr/avengedsevenfold

The Audio Technica LP-60 is the best option on the low end. You'll see other players for about $40-$50 but be warned, (especially Crosley Brands) these usual put too much force on the vinyl causing them to get ruined very quickly. The LP-60 is the cheapest turntable that won't destroy your record, and it's also a very high-quality one, and it's very good for beginners. Eventually though, you'll want to upgrade to the LP-120 once you have money and researched more about turntables and the setup.

u/jaykay006 · 2 pointsr/vintageaudio

I have the same setup. On amazon the audio technic a turntable is a great replacement for the original. I removed mine and replace it with one of these turntable

u/estragonsboot · 2 pointsr/vinyl

i don't take much stock into user reviews. i mean this terrible table has great reviews.

i don't know the specifics, but stantons are not generally held in high-esteem in TT circles. i'm sure there are reasons for it. thorens, on the other hand, produces some of the best turntables that don't costs tens of thousands of dollars. i'd suggest making a similar post on audiokarma. i find them to be more knowledgeable that /r/vinyl. not that there aren't knowledgeable people here, there totally are, it's just that the sub has 40,000 subscribers and most of us don't know as much as we think.

u/GothamCountySheriff · 2 pointsr/vinyl

If you aren't tied to an all-in-one setup, you can use powered speakers instead of a receiver and passive speakers. Turntables require a phono preamp in order to correctly produce sound. Often it will be in the receiver or through an external unit. But if you are trying to reduce clutter, you can get a turntable with a built-in phono preamp.

Here are a couple of recommendations for a good quality setup:

Turntable:

u/DieselWang · 2 pointsr/audiophile

Look into these speaker and equipment options:

u/JT8784 · 2 pointsr/AskMen

These Audio Technica tables get good reviews. I've never used one but almost got one before I got my Technics.

Audio Technica AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Stereo Turntable System, Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_sc13wb86HC3FE

Ideally you would want an older Technics but they are now "cool" and expensive on eBay. Maybe a yard sale or goodwill trip would help you find something.

u/sweatsauce47 · 2 pointsr/vinyl

Look at the Audio Technica LP60 ($100). Its the only turntable ive ever had, but from what Ive heard its pretty good for a beginner. If u just want something to listen with them on this would work pretty well but u might have other people telling u to just save up more and buy the LP120 ($300).

u/ZeTurtle · 2 pointsr/stevenuniverse

This is a decent player for someone just getting into the hobby.

u/19Kilo · 2 pointsr/guns

It's nothing special at the moment. I have an AT-LP60 adorned with various gun company stickers on the cover running to a 100 watt Sherwood. Speaks are some Bose 301 Series IV that I bought years ago after my first deployment to Bosnia.

At the moment I'm looking at upgrades. Not sure if I want to go with the retro Marantz receiver that's been cleaned up and relamped with LEDs or something like Onkyo or Denon.

For the turntable upgrade I've looked at stuff like the PRO-Ject, but I hate not having a button to change platter speed. That leaves me either vintage or something like a Technics 1200.

u/PM-ME-YOUR-SUBARU · 2 pointsr/DaftPunk

I don't have Alive 2007 on vinyl, but I do have Discovery and RAM. Holy shit they sound so good. I'd heard RAM a thousand times digitally on my m50x before getting the record, and it was a whole new experience.

If you want a better turntable, this is what I have. Sounds very good even through just good-tier receiver and speakers.

u/opm881 · 2 pointsr/vinyl

Looks pretty dodgy to me. IIRC, the standard cheap setup people seem to be going for on this section of reddit is the one in this link
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-PL60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1331509964&sr=8-1

Mind you, that turntable has the same sort of arm(aka no adjustable counterweight as such), so it might not be much better. My advice would be to look out on craigs list and such to try and find a nice one that is cheap.

u/btothej · 2 pointsr/Austin

I'm not a record player expert, so I just googled best intro turntables, finding the audio technica one got good reviews across multiple sites. Ordered off Amazon for under $100. It's been great so far. I know it's not something a true audiophile would get, but as a big music fan, I love it.

If you're buying one now, might as well start the record collection at Encore Records sale going on right now. I usually buy from End of an Ear, Waterloo, Friends of Sound though.

u/Slew42 · 2 pointsr/vinyl

Take a look yourself. I had to search it up after seeing this post and sure enough, they do. http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE

u/br00t41 · 2 pointsr/vinyl

this looks pretty alright if you have the extra couple bucks to spare: http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=pd_cp_e_2

Belt driven, so you know the sound quality will be superior, you will just have to be more careful when using it and perhaps buy one of those extra belts they have there for down the line

u/whatswhat61 · 2 pointsr/AskMen

Vinyl enthusiasts can be massive snobs. When I was getting into vinyl (just several months ago), I wasn't looking to spend several hundred dollars to get a vintage, 'sounds like John Lennon's tears' quality. I wanted something I could plug in, plop a record on, and get a great sound out of without complicated set-up or breaking the bank.

Here is what I use. Plugs right into my main speaker system via an AUX cable, is super easy to use, and sounds great. Maybe there's something out there way better, but for now my ears can't tell the difference and that's just fine with me.

u/tomrwentz · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

i have this turntable and i like it quite a lot! they must have ran out of stock on amazon though because i got it for around ~$70. i'd say my top five favorite vinyls are:

  • the social network OST by trent reznor & atticus ross
  • ...is a real boy by say anything
  • nevermind by nirvana
  • the cloud atlas sextet (from the movie cloud atlas)
  • i am the movie by motion city soundtrack
u/BrishenJ · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Was looking at /u/guttermonkey

  • Favorite item - This is because I have been looking at getting a record player for a while now but normally other items take priority

    The gist of his wishlist is he likes music, pop vinyl figurines, minecraft and wears size 11 boots.

    I feel like I need to fantasize a relationship that my stalker self would like to have with this person so here we go.

    I feel like this guy is some kind of punk/nerd, so as I am a techy nerd would we have met in real like we would totally be BFFFs... Best friends forever... Forever! Hangout all the time and get NACHOS!!!!! NACHOS!!!!!!
u/_Moon_ · 2 pointsr/rva

The one I ordered on Amazon is great, especially for being under $100. With decent speakers it will sound fantastic, and IMO better than hunting on Craigslist when you don't know the condition of the internal belt.

Also, it's upgrade-able by purchasing a better stylus, if you ever find the sound lacking.

Source: Me. I've owned a few more expensive turntables (technics, sony, numark etc..) and I like this one.

u/sarkastikcontender · 2 pointsr/hiphopheads

This is my record player. Then I have an old pair of toshiba speakers that I grabbed at a thrift shop that have an amazing sound. I power them with this. Classic I would recommend buying would definitely be Enter the 36 Chambers - Wu-Tang, Madvillainy - Madvillain, MBDTF - Kanye West, Illmatic - Nas, and The Infamous - Mobb Deep.

u/Turquoise_HexagonSun · 2 pointsr/vinyl

Not worth fixing. Those are disposable units.

For a $200 budget look into:

u/am153 · 2 pointsr/ericprydz

A cheap record player (under 100) will most likely damage your records. A Crosley or any of those suitcase record players will ruin your vinyl.

If you are on a tight budget ....
I recommend Audio Techniqa LP60
Comes with everything you need. Don't need a separate phono preamp like many other tables.

https://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Stereo-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1465506932&sr=8-2&keywords=audio+technica+at-lp60usb

u/suppid · 2 pointsr/ericprydz

This is a good one to start out with, also check craigslist (or whatever similar site depending where you are). I found one for $50 on there
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Stereo-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE

u/knocking_ · 2 pointsr/vinyl

this guy right here

I haven't had any issues with my used records; this is the first new vinyl I've purchased.

Also, how do I properly calibrate the player?

u/grevenilvec75 · 2 pointsr/BudgetAudiophile

Cheapest option would be something like this with a cheap pair of powered speakers. If you wanted to use them with a tv or something else too you'd have to buy some sort of switch or just shuffle cables around whenever you wanted to switch.

Whichever turntable you end up buying, make sure it has a phono preamp built in (unless you want to buy one separately)

u/MangleTangle · 2 pointsr/CasualConversation

You could go either the new or used route for turntables. Although buying used is tricky since you can't actually test it out, you end up getting a better deal especially if it was made in the 70's.

To start out, I like to recommend the Audio Technica AT-LP60. It's cheap and very functional. The great thing about it is that it comes with a built-in preamp so you can just connect it to a pair of speakers.

I don't recommend Crosleys as you'll likely want to upgrade and the quality isn't that great. I personally use Technics SL1200 which is built like a tank. But you can't go wrong with Audio Technicas as the difference between other turntables is pretty negligible I think.

u/camilla33 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Hey all, amateur hour over here and could really use your help! I've acquired a large record collection from my parents and am really looking for a novice setup. I have the following:
Turntable
Speakers
What I can't figure out is what else I need. I'm seeing some things saying I need a receiver, while others say I need an amp. I also have no idea what additional cords/wire I need to connect everything.
Here is the back of the speakers and the cords from the turntable, to see what I'm working with. I'm looking for the easiest, low cost, least space taking solution.
THANK YOU in advance from a major newbie!!

u/EpicDawg · 1 pointr/vinyl

Hmm. I have a similar turntable to OP, it might be time to upgrade after reading that. How's this?

u/IamDarwinsLegacy · 1 pointr/Music

I completely understand where you are coming from. Although the suggestion I am about to give doesn't necessarily introduce you to new music what it can do is revitalize your love of music which is always a great starting point. Buy a record player and a few LPs that have always inspired and moved you. Yesterday morning was a Misfits Static Age kind of vibe but this morning I couldn't stop hitting volume up on Florence and The Machine's Lungs album. The kids may hate it but I can only listen to my 13 years olds modern rap choices at high volume before I regret not buying All Eyez On Me the last time I was at a record store. Here's a link to a highly rated player on Amazon sub $100. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002GYTPAE/ref=ox_sc_act_image_4?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

u/MaxisMax · 1 pointr/vinyl

Thanks for the insight. I did end up doing research, but I admit that I neglected to do it before posting this. Not to bring up an another abomination, but is this really that bad? After looking at a guide on another website it seems good enough. The second link is a brand that was suggested by tons of people.

http://amzn.to/PxPkne


http://bit.ly/SbctwS

Edit 1: Formatting error

u/C5tWm77t5hMJC7m78845 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Do I need anything else? All of this is arriving tomorrow. I know the amp is probably best suited for a car but I can replace it with ease later. Reviews were good, despite the few stating the power supply differed than the description but others are using it with the same turntable I bought.

TurnTable: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002GYTPAE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Amp: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0049P6OTI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Speakers: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009IUIV4A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

That should get me started, right?

u/SemiAutomaticSlurs · 1 pointr/hiphopvinyl

[That's it.] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002GYTPAE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

I also use this Amp with these speakers. This setup has been going strong for about 4 years now.

u/yo0123yo · 1 pointr/vinyl

Hello, new guy from Chicago, IL

I was looking for some advice with my first entry-level setup, prefer to buy online only.

Looking to keep the overall price under $150.
I am looking for something that can play vinyls with a good sound and quality turntable that wont die out on me within a year.

I want something that doesn't require a receiver just to help keep the price down.

Below is the setup that I am debating buying, please let me know if its good enough or if theres any other equipment that you all suggest.

Audio Technica AT-LP60-
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002GYTPAE/

Logitech Speakers -
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EZ9XKCM/

Phono PreAmp -
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WNLIHJA/

Thanks in advance

u/clandark · 1 pointr/vinyl

Probably going to get buried in here, but what the hell. I bought my first turntable a year or so ago, that being the very stopgap budget buy of an AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Stereo Turntable (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002GYTPAE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1).

A short while ago, probably around its year anniversary it started to play at funky speeds and after buying a replacement belt and trying the manual speed adjustment it became apparent it was never going to play my records at the right speed again.

I've started a new job and am a couple paychecks in and I am now searching for a new turntable in the region of $400. I've been drawn to the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon DC and was wondering if that would be a purchase that I'd be happy with for a decent amount of time. I won't call myself an audiophile, but I have started a modest collection of records and want to be able to play them on a quality and aesthetically pleasing turntable. Basically I'm asking if this turntable is worth the buy, or if I should think about a different one in the same price range (or even splurge and buy the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Esprit DC at around $600).

I'm open to hearing anyone's experience about these Pro-Ject record players (turntables?) as well as any further counsel on a different option.

Also, I bought these Bose powered speakers with the Audio Technica record player (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CD1PTF0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and wanted to know if they would pair well with a record player in the $400 price range.

Thanks to anyone who reads this and gives me a response, I didn't expect for it to be this long when I started typing.

u/NotASmurfAccount · 1 pointr/DaftPunk

Is the only difference between this and this the USB port? If so why are they the same price?

u/SuperdorkJones · 1 pointr/pinkfloyd

These speakers:

https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R2000DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B01CDU3IAI?th=1&psc=1

and This turntable is an amazing, affordable setup.:

https://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60BK-Automatic-Belt-Drive-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1527743949&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=audio%2Btechnica&dpPl=1&dpID=41ZnUbd50%2BL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

If you are willing to Shell out an extra $100, you might want to go ahead and go for the S1000DB speakers instead: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CDIS6M0/ref=sspa_mw_detail_0?psc=1. Z Not only are they a bit more powerful and bassier, but they also have lossless Bluetooth 4.0 sound. For the turntable, you should always use the analog cables however. Using digital formats lose something.

u/homeboi808 · 1 pointr/audiophile

Part 1 (over 10,000 character limit)

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Ok, let’s first start off with, while you have a very healthy budget, keep in mind, just like with everything else, there are always better/more expensive gear; PSAudio’s BHK 300 pair, two mono amps (only powers 1 speaker each) is $15,000 on its own, and thats only scratching the surface.

However, diminishing returns are very real in audio. Your ear and listening environment is also important, one user I helped went from a pretty good $200 speaker pair to a well regarded $1200 one, yet he said he could barely tell a difference. On the flip side, you have people who can hear stark differences between two speakers who perform almost identically. I personally do not feel I have a “golden ear”, I can tell when a speaker is doing badly, and maybe I can do comparisons if I have both speakers to play with, but I can go from my <$400 self powered speakers to my $4000 towers with a $300 power amp (all bought used) with a MiniDSP for DSP correction, and if I just go room for room, I really don’t hear a staff contrast. They of course do sound different, especially if placed side-by-side, and my towers have more bass, but it’s just that to get “good enough”, you don’t need to spend much.

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Now, let’s start with the turntable; I am a purely digital guy, so no hands on experience, but I did search around for what the most highly regarded models where, from both reviewers and everyday people. Now, since I have no experience, I cannot tell you how much better a ~$100,000 MSRP turntable setup would be from a $100 turntable.

For $500-600, the cream of the crop seem to be:

  • Pro-Ject Audio Debut Carbon DC Esprit SB (comes in White/Black/Red)
  • U-Turn Orbit custom, with the acrylic platter, 2M Blue cartridge, cue lever, no preamp. It comes in 5 base color options with 2 premium wood finishes.

    For $2200-2500, the cream of the crop seem to be:

  • Rega Planar 6 Turntable (Ania)
  • VPI Prime Scout Turntable
  • Clearaudio Concept Turntable w/ Verify Tonearm & Concept MC Cartridge

    Again, no clue how they compete against each other, even if the U-Turn vs Clearaudio. Maybe buy one from each bracket and compare; or maybe even buy them all, pick one, and return the rest 😬.

    I would maybe get an isolation pad or stand for the turntable, depending on how sturdy/inert the surface you are putting it on is, there are pads for like $100 and a stand would be like this, check that the turntable would fit of course. Or, a thick/dense piece of a non-resonant material, like a wood block, or even something like granite.



    These turntables need a phono preamp. Now, most stereo gear will have one built-in, but some feel an external one is worth purchasing (depending on the quality of the built-in one of course, if applicable). These can range from $50 to well over $5000.



    For the stereo preamp, the Parasound Halo P5 is $1100 (find a local dealer on their site, maybe haggle down to $1000 😉) and it seems to be unparalleled in that price bracket. It has a good phono preamp built-in.

    _

    For the power amp, I’m also thinking around the same price as the Halo. There are two options that stick out, the Monoprice Monolith amp (2ch variant) and the Emotiva XPA-2 Gen3. Now, I’m usually quick to recommend Emotiva, and that model has more wattage, but the Monolith has a bit better overall specs, and Audioholics gave it (7ch variant) a glowing review (with measurements); plus, it still has more wattage than you’d need. The reason I included the Emotiva is for two reason, you may like the look more (the Monolith looks cheap) and it has balanced XLR connections (doesn’t really make a difference unless doing like 50ft runs, but some people really want them).



    For speakers, Internet Direct brands are usually the way to go (though large brands like KEF and Revel, who pour a ton of money into R&D and aim for ideal sound, are really good as well). One downside is wait times, some ID brands ship within a week, if units are in-stock, but many of the expensive ones are built to order (as there are just so many finish options, and they don’t have millions of dollars in capital to produce a lot without orders), and these wait times can range from a month to 3-4 months (rarely more). Users here have speakers from all these brands, they are well known for being amazing for the price.

    Options:

  • Ascend Acoustics Sierra Towers with RAAL upgrade ($2800-$2900 depending on standard finishes, even more for custom). These speakers are excellent, totally accurate with great imaging and a large-ish soundstage. They get to 41Hz. They ship within a week if units are in-stock.
  • Philharmonic Phil 3 ($3500 for standard cabinet, I think excluding shipping, and goes more expensive with more expensive veneers, and is $200 more expensive to get a slightly sleeker cabinet, both made by Salk). These get to 25Hz! Email for wait times.
  • Salk Song3-A ($3900 plus shipping in standard finishes/dyes). All these speakers I’m listing are all great in most every category, so kinda hard to describe differences. They get down to 33Hz. Email for wait times.
  • Salk Silk Tower ($4500 plus shipping in standard finishes/dyes). They get down to 34Hz, and are a tad less dynamic than the Song3-A, but the drivers are high quality (or should I say, more expensive). Email for wait times.
  • If you want to come close to that $15K budget, the only speaker Salk has ready to ship is a trade-in model (owner wanted the next model up; finish was re-done and in like-new condition, photos on listing). It is the SoundScape 10 in a premium finish, it is their 3^rd most expensive model. It is $9450 plus shipping, it is normally $13,000 plus shipping for a new one ($12,000 plus shipping in standard finishes). So, if you want a true endgame speaker (without getting crazy by thinking about a KEF Blade or something), this is a real good deal. Now, “How much better is it than the Song3-A / Silk Tower?”, that’s hard to say, I’ll just remind you of diminishing returns (the audible difference between the best $300 speaker and the best $1000 speaker is larger than the audible difference between the best $3000 speaker and the best $10,000 speaker). However, if you really want to squeeze out how much quality you can get for your budget, this is it.

    For speakers that you can go and demo (but won’t be as good, but still real good):

  • Focal Aria 948 for $5K. They get to 37Hz.
  • Revel F208 for $5K. They get to 31Hz.
  • PSB Imagine T3 for $7500. These are would sound better than the Sierra RAAL/Phil3/Song3-A, obviously a lot more money. Specs state 27Hz, but actual measurements show it’s closer to 40Hz, so I think they were being sly and used the in-room spec. This speaker also needs some dampening behind it due to port noise, but they are great speakers.


u/PM_ME_UR_MAMMARYS · 1 pointr/Opeth

I have a couple questions about vinyls. I currently don't have any so I'm new to all this vinyl stuff. However, I want to start collecting them from my favorite bands. Do you buy them all online? Also, what do you use to play them? A quick amazon search shows me I should probably buy this turntable.

u/hallstallion2005 · 1 pointr/gratefuldead

To each their own, I love my LP-60, and for $100 brand new, I love it. There really isn't (IMO) a better brand new turntable at that cost that is better. I mean, the reviews are good too...

http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Stereo-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1426776135&sr=1-1&keywords=lp-60

u/commiejosh · 1 pointr/vinyl

I'm definitely going for a low-maintenance setup, and the Technics 1200 series sounds awesome - unfortunately, it looks like it was discontinued.

I know it's not the same brand, but I found what looks like a decent start: Technica AT-LP60

I may have to upgrade some stuff on it to make it not damage the records.

u/Bore-dome · 1 pointr/DaftPunk

yep, he's right you should at least have gotten this LP60 Because the cartridges on those ion tables are shite :( sorry.

u/Ron735 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Right now I'm using one of these. I know I'll have to upgrade to a nice TT eventually, but for now it works just fine for me. I've had it for ~6 months now and have had no problems with it.

u/Hwy61Revisited · 1 pointr/gratefuldead

Audio Technica makes some decent cheap tables, like the AT-LP60. I've used it for years and the sound quality is great if you have a good speaker setup. It's definitely a lower end turn table, but for the price its a great deal.

u/Mike_Rotchisari · 1 pointr/vinyl

What is the max that you are looking to spend? Do you already have speakers or headphones?

It looks like you are going to get the best bang for your buck buying used. I'm assuming you aren't trying to drop more than $150 on a turntable. That's where what is available on your local craigslist comes into play.

Of course, if you don't feel like spending the time hunting equipment down, and are trying to stay as cheap as possible without having anything, just get the AT LP-60, Leipai amp, and Dayton Audio Speakers. Boom. Upgraded, brand new, full setup delivered to your door in two days (Prime members) for under $175. However, you would be much better off getting the LP-120 instead of the LP-60. Of course, you would definitely be even better off getting almost anything vintage and worthwhile for the $100 it costs to get that LP-60

Of course, I absolutely DO NOT recommend that you get any of the new stuff. You can get much better equipment if you take the time to track it down on the used market for $175. It will just take a little time.

u/NiceAndCivilized · 1 pointr/radiohead

Easiest to use out-of-the-box that will actually sound decent? U-Turn Orbit: http://uturnaudio.com/

Less expensive, simpler? (this one has a built-in preamp so that you can plug it in to any stereo system, regardless of whether or not your stereo system has a specific 'PHONO' input)
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420575585&sr=8-1&keywords=audio+technica+turntable

*EDIT:

Also, definitely don't want to rain on your parade! Just don't want you to damage your records. Also, there will be an ENORMOUS difference in sound quality with a decent turntable. It will make you want to buy more records :)

u/amp3rsand · 1 pointr/PostHardcore

lol, I just got this. Took like 5 minutes to set up, plays records with the push of a button. Just, you also need to buy a pre-amp ~$20-50 and some monitors (speakers) ~$50. I find it a collector thing and listening to them is fun.

u/Xavier155 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Sorry to come back to this, but would you recommend this?

u/wittywaltman · 1 pointr/vinyl

This is what I have. I really like it.

Audio-Technica AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Stereo Turntable, Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_tPrSDbCBPVV9J

It looks like there's a newer model too in the same price range.

u/2518899 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Disclaimer: I've read through the sidebar threads, but I have probably missed something. I also know NOTHING about electronics.

I have purchased the following things:

turntable: Audio Technica AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Belt Driven Turntable

soundsticks: Harman Kardon Soundsticks III 2.1 Channel Multimedia Speaker System with Subwoofer

It seemed like if I hooked the soundsticks to the turntable I wouldn't be able to get stereo? I got this because it seemed like an easy setup. The turntable has a built-in preamp. I couldn't figure out how to connect these though.

So then I got:

receiver: Sony STRDH130 2 Channel Stereo Receiver

Here's the user manual for the Sony receiver.

Still couldn't figure out how to connect the soundsticks.

So. Sigh. I got these:

bookshelf speakers: Fluance AV5 Powerful & Dynamic Two-way Bookshelf Speakers for Home Theater & Music Systems

And now it looks like I need wires??! And "banana plugs"?? And why do the banana plugs come with so many pairs?? Do I need 12-pair? Why?

I am obviously not an audiophile, but I like the sound of vinyl, and I just want to listen to some records (jazz, classical, pop, folk, etc.).

What sound I do? Should I return some of these things? What do I need next to connect these things and play music?

Thank you in advance for your help!

u/fedorasax · 1 pointr/vinyl

This probably will be frowned on here, but the Audiotecnica Lp-60 would be a good starting point (http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Stereo-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1451234981&sr=1-3) it's affordable and sounds pretty well. just know that you need external speakers.

u/bostonbruins922 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Should I upgrade my cartridge?

Right now my turntable is the Audio Technica AT-LP60 which I run into a Behringer Microphono PP400. For speakers I am using M Audio studio monitors. I don't know the exact model of them.

I like the way they all sound together but as we all know good is never good enough.

u/bnnyblncofromdabronx · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Hello! First off I want to thank you so much for this contest! That is an awesome thing to do! I hope my comment doesn't get too buried but here we go.


I am listing items that somewhat define me as a person. This might help you learn a little more about me and maybe even help you find something of interest. These items are entertainment, music, coffee and beer.


  1. [Amazon Fire TV](Amazon Fire TV https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00U3FPN4U/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_sewOwbZ2BH5MS) - Entertainment. TV, games, movies, I am all about entertainment. We have cut the cord in our house so this would really help with entertainment.


  2. [A record player](Audio Technica AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Stereo Turntable System, Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_LiwOwbZXCJCTP) - Music. I am very passionate about music and I recently have gotten the idea to get into vinyl. I like the idea of having the records for music but also to be able to display them as art.


  3. [Luwak Coffee](Luwak Star Gourmet Coffee, 100% Arabica Sumatra Gayo Luwak Coffee from Indonesia (or Kopi Luwak) Whole Beans, Medium Roast, 100 Gram (0.22 Lb) Bag, Roasted in the U.S https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005OCU80Q/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_blwOwbHR0DSYH) - Coffee. There's almost nothing I love more than a good cup of coffee. I love trying different coffees from all over the world. This coffee that I have listed is one of the most exotic and expensive coffees in the world. If you are not familiar with this coffee, here is some info. The cherries of this coffee are eaten by a wild cat like animal in Indonesia. Farmers then collect the feces of the animal and pick the coffee beans out. Supposedly the mix of the coffee cherries and stomach acid enhance the flavor of the coffee. I absolutely must try this coffee someday!


  4. [Beer Home brew kit](Monster Brew Home Brewing Supp Complete Beer Equipment Kit (K6) with 6 Gallon Glass Carboy, Gold https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01467U8KY/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_YswOwb3CG9E9B) - Beer. I took my love of beer to the next level and started home brewing my own. The problem is that it is a very long process, 6-8+ weeks. So I wait 2 months for the beer to finish and then after I give some to friends and family and drink a few (okay a lot) myself it doesn't last very long. With this kit I would be able to double the amount I make at a time so it would last longer.


    This last one is actually something for my wife. [Jawbone activity tracker](o UP2 by Jawbone Activity + Sleep Tracker, Gunmetal Hex (Dark Gray), Lightweight Thin Straps https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01649SM6O/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_XwwOwb78E30GT) - like many people my wife has made a resolution to shed some pounds and get back in shape. This would be very useful for her to help accomplish her goals.


    Thanks again for doing this!
u/estherfm · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon
  • A standing mat because standing in the kitchen cooking/cleaning is hard on the back and these mats make it so much more comfortable. It's really amazing and makes life a million times better, especially if you have to stand a lot.
  • A dehydrator to make dried fruit, fruit leather, jerky, dried herbs... so many possibilities, and everyone will be really impressed when you pull out some homemade jerky. (Can you tell I like making food?)
  • Record players are coming back into style. Music records won't get lost when your computer crashes, and they'll outlive the singularity. And you can listen to music... while you make food!

    All of these are on my Over $30 wishlist.

    Thank you for the contest!
u/Tomes14 · 1 pointr/Blink182

this is what I have. Over a year no problems. Some people recommend changing the needle for a better one as higher quality one cause less ware and tare, also they can output better sound.

Check out /r/vinyl they can help out with any questions for people looking to start collecting

u/downrightfierce51 · 1 pointr/CasualConversation

I do have a small vinyl collection (~30)! Right now I'm using the audio-technica at-lp60. $89 atm. If you look more into this turntable, you'll hear differing opinions about its overall quality, but I've had the turntable since 2014 and haven't had problems. Check out r/vinyl as well, there are some experts there and a lot of good advice.

The only turntable I would recommend against is Crosley. They are sold at Urban Outfitters, Target, etc. for prices that would seem like a steal for a turntable, but I've heard nothing but issues from people that have gotten them.

u/Icy_Dragon · 1 pointr/audiophile

Hello! I have an Audio Technica AT-LP60 and two Micca MB42 Bookshelf Speakers. I was a complete idiot and didn't buy an amp. I'm new to the home audio experience, and I'm looking at the Lepy LP-2024A+ amp. From my understanding, this 20w amp will power the two 75w speakers just fine, and it being a car amp doesn't matter if I'm using it at home. Would this setup work? Would there be a better amp you'd recommend for this setup?Thanks!

u/Borgoroth · 1 pointr/Music

I have a Audio Technica AT-LP60 .
It's treated me well. This partcular model is about $90, and does not have a USB plug. They do make one that is exactly the same with the USB for a little bit more expensive.

Difference between MP3s and vinyl? I mean, really depends on your set up, I guess. Also, some modern music doesn't really have some of the dynamic range that people really go nuts after. I have some stuff that's mastered really well that is new, and then there's the albums that are just mixed... loud, no nuance.

u/reddust174 · 1 pointr/vinyl

I'm getting my dad a turntable for Christmas to play all his old records he's had boxed up for years. He's not big into music so it's mostly a nostalgia gift.

I know he has an Onkyo TX NR626 receiver at his house and I found online that it has a phono jack which I think means a preamp isn't needed? Not entirely sure what a preamp even is. I want to keep it cheap since he might even say to just return it. I'm looking at the Audio Technica AT-LP60 and it says it has a preamp installed. My real questions are:

  • Is this equipment compatible? I think so but would like to confirm. Is anything else needed to make this work? I'm looking for as "plug-and-play" as possible.

  • Since the receiver has a phono jack would I be better off with a cheaper TT without losing audio quality? If so, recommendations? Basically, since the receiver has a phono jack I want to make sure I'm not wasting money buying a TT with a preamp when I don't need one.


    Any help would be appreciated - thanks.
u/murfman713 · 1 pointr/vinyl

i actually have some decent power speakers from my computer which i no longer use. MY friend is telling me i dont need a USB out since i have ZERO interest in using this for any DJ related activities.

He suggests i save some money and get the Audio Technica AT-LP60. Does that make sense? or should i stick with the table i was looking at?

Audio Technica AT-LP60: http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Stereo-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_1?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1450297676&sr=1-1&keywords=turntable

u/Marbla · 1 pointr/vinyl

This is my setup at that same price range.

Audio Technica LP60 - Around $120

Harman Kardon Soundsticks III - Around $160

A lot of people here will shit on me for my choice of TT, but I'm a big fan of it. I suppose my ears aren't as sharp as some, and I'm fine with that.

The speakers are really what makes my setup though. I started out with a set of Dayton Audio bookshelf speakers, which were actually recommended on this sub, but I found that the bass wasn't that great so I upgraded to the Harman Kardons.

u/snowybrickman · 1 pointr/indieheads

i have an audiotechnica at-lp60 that works great and is pretty budget friendly.

u/samcp12 · 1 pointr/CozyPlaces

I’ve heard good things about this. It has a Bluetooth option too. You can get really good quality turntables second-hand too for a good price if you look around, but you will need to buy the full amplifier, Speaker and cables to go with it

u/Dandw12786 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Well, that depends. Many people here swear by going used. I'd probably be among them, but after scouring my local Craigslist and pawn & thrift shops in my area, I decided it wasn't worth my time and the money I was dumping on gas everyday and just ordered a brand new one. I'd recommend at least checking out craigslist before jumping to a new table. There is a great guide in the sidebar called "The Cheap Setup Thread". Take a look, it has some GREAT info.

If you want to go new, there are quite a few options:
For bottom of the barrel in price and functionality, there is the AudioTechnica LP-60. This is pretty bare bones, and not a lot of people recommend it. It's about $90 on Amazon right now, but I've seen it anywhere from $70 to $120.

The pros are: it's cheap, automatic (hit play and the tone arm will lift up and set down on your record), and has a built in preamp, so you can just plug into any receiver or even a pair of computer speakers and go. There's a little bundle with the player, a small t-amp, and pair of halfway decent bookshelf speakers on amazon for $170 under the "Frequently bought together" part of the page.

Cons: A few. I had this for about a month and returned it to Amazon because I was unhappy. It's a halfway decent table, but has no adjustable counterweight and no upgradable parts. It is what it is. If you have a record in fine shape, it'll play it just fine. If your record is a bit scuffed, or maybe pressed a bit off center (as was the case with a couple I had), the sucker will skip and skip to no end. When this happens on a regular table, sometimes you can adjust the counterweight and fix the problem. That's not an option here, if you've got a bad record, you're stuck.

Next level up would be the LP-120 from AudioTechnica. This is what I've got. I upgraded the cartridge right away with the Shure M97xe since the stock cartridge requires a pretty heavy tracking force. This is the next model up from AudioTechnica, and it's miles better, but it's over three times the price if you want to upgrade the cartridge. However, you've got a lot more room to upgrade, adjustable counterweight and anti-skate, and still a built in preamp so you can plug into whatever receiver you have, or again, even just a pair of computer speakers. Still not a lot of love for this guy here, but pretty much everyone here, when pressed, will admit that it's a way better option than the LP60, and will admit that it's not a total waste of money.

The last one I've heard a lot about (but have no experience with) is the Pro-Ject Debut. From what I hear, this sucker is awesome right out of the box, no need to mess with cartridges or anything. I don't think this has a built in preamp (I could be wrong), so you'd need a receiver with a phono input or a separate phono preamp, which you can find on amazon for around $20.

In short, you get more out of a turntable with either more money (when buying new) or more effort (when buying used). Check out the sidebar guides and search /r/vinyl for previous discussions, as mine is by no means an exhaustive list, simply two tables I have experience with and one I've heard great things about.

Enjoy! And by all means, if your Crosley isn't driving you insane, stick with that for awhile and save up/look around and get what you want. Take it from me, if you settle for something less than you want, you'll regret it later.

u/WyattFlem · 1 pointr/vinyl
  1. I do not have an amp.
  2. Probably around 300.
  3. Sound Quality mostly. I have mostly Pink Floyd vinyls as they are my favourite band and I would prefer just the highest quality sound I can get.
  4. Loudness would be nice but looking more for sound quality.
  5. My listening space is just my room probably a 15X15 foot standard room.
  6. I have http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1377282865&sr=1-1&keywords=turntable
u/MCHammer666 · 1 pointr/vinyl

I have 2 Audio Technica LP60's in my apt along with an older Technics SL. None of them have anti skating feature and play anything I put on there. Flexi disks, 10", 7", 180g, 160g, you name it. If I were you, I'd go with an AT-LP60. You can find it here on Amazon along with some speakers like this. That is the minimum amount of equipment needed to get into vinyl. The whole package is about 200USD so that's still within your budget and more importantly it's all new equipment. As time goes on she can upgrade individual components and add more equipment such as a dedicated preamp, carbon brush, cork board mats, etc. That's what I've been doing for the past 3 years and since then I've gotten a fairly decent setup. You just gotta be frugal and hold out till you find what you're looking for. Hope that helps, best of luck

u/lavery712 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Well if you're still offering some help id love some!

Im currently running a Audio Technica AT-LP60 with a Sony STRDH520 receiver. I was using some old Boston Acoustic speakers but they were totally shot so im using my old Logitech/THX speakers. Just the speakers from it because the sub broke a few years ago.

Im looking to get some new speakers and could use some advice/help finding some. Im willing to buy new or used, and my budget is max 300 dollars.

Craigslist

Thanks for your help in advance!

u/spctrbytz · 1 pointr/HelpMeFind

You might also check with used record shops. The last two I visited had nice used turntables for sale.

If your stereo receiver has a "Phono" input with a separate ground wire, that's all you need. If not, you'll need a little box called a "phono preamp", which can be found new on Amazon or other sites.

Here is a listing for a new turntable that has a switchable, built-in preamp.

HTH

u/enoatarisolo · 1 pointr/vinyl

I think I've gotten these issues resolved for the most part (see the other comment thread), but this is still really good advice. It turns out the tone arm was badly misaligned, but I fixed it. I have the counterweight up to 5 right now and that fixed the pitch control and sensitivity issues as well. There's still some sibilance but far less than there was initially. This may be related to my (lack of) amp/speaker set up or the fact that it's a DJ table.


The Orbit sounds like a cool table! I wish I had known about it before I got the Stanton. I think for now, this is still a move up from the Numark, for me, anyway. As an aside, a friend of mine was getting truly great sound out of one of these the other day. Apparently his entire set up cost about as much as my Stanton.

u/ViolentlyPacified · 1 pointr/vinyl

Newbie advice from one to another, take that into consideration. Craigslist and eBay can be helpful here. Generally, if you're looking for a turntable, it is good to stick to names such as Panasonic, Technics, Garrad, Audio-Technica, and maybe a few more I don't know. Don't buy a used one that is damaged or beat to shit, obviously.

If you find a turntable, do some googlin' (or ask here if you can't find out) to figure out if you need a preamp. If you don't (i.e. the turn table has phono jacks which could be designated on the TT) then all you should need is an amp and speaker to help coax out that beautiful vinyl sound. (Keep in mind: this is one type of setup.) Personally, I'm going to use the Lepai tripath amp this
with the Monoprice 650s (108250) this. I'm using a Technics SL-DD22, which was gifted to me for free. The turntable part is up to you, and you'll have to do some hunting. One suggestion I found from other tips/sites is this. Keep in mind I'm a newbie, but I figured I'd give it a shot. Good luck.

u/ladycanadaland · 1 pointr/vinyl

I have this:
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE

definitely not the best thing out there but it does the trick. I've been putting pennies on the arm when I play this specific record and it seems to stop the popping.
I've also noticed how considerably more loud this record is than many of other new vinyls that I've picked up.

u/ilive12 · 1 pointr/starterpacks

Everyone's giving you recommendations 2-3x the price of a Crosley. If you just want an entry level table, for the money the AT LP60 is a fine table. Don't listen to people who say the least you should spend on a turntable is the AT-LP120 or that you need to spend more than $250 or whatever. If they are telling you that entry level will damage your records they are also lying, even the much worse Crosley system won't damage your records. If you just wanna spend $100 to see if you even like the whole Vinyl thing, you could do a lot worse than the ATLP60. If you fall into the hobby, sell the LP60 and upgrade later on. Wouldn't recommend dropping $300+ on your first forray into Vinyl though.

u/Zalgo165 · 1 pointr/audiophile

Looking for a good reciver/speaker setup for an average sized carpeted bedroom.

I plan to buy this - https://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Stereo-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE

And I regularly DJ with a mixtrack pro that I plan to upgrade soon.

My budget is at max $300 so I know I can't go crazy, but I know I can do better than a Walmart boom box setup that I've been using for the longest then. Also Bluetooth/am/fm support would be nice.

u/jmonay · 1 pointr/audiophile

Complete noob.

Looking to build a home theater/vinyl sound center for the living room.
I don't watch a lot of TV and mainly want to play vinyl's on it. Music tastes range across the map with strong showing for hip hop and classical.

I don't have a budget as I want this to be something that I'm constantly adding to. I have a turntable, and an old RCA home theater receiver with surround speakers.

http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1412542627&sr=8-2&keywords=audio+technica+turntable

What should I be looking at getting first. I assume a revamp of the home theater system. Is there something with more of a music focus?

u/bloxxhead · 1 pointr/hiphopheads

Alright so I have logic , really enjoy it so far.

My next step would to buy something like this

However, for the turnable , I have an audio-technia turntable but the arm is really fucked and i think my belt is warped.

Suggestions on the turntable?

u/TheNoKarmaComment · 1 pointr/movies

Oh no baby, what is you doing?! Get yourself one of these, and start this terrible expensive addiction: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=twister_B01691UGGG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

u/neK231 · 1 pointr/audiophile

Hey guys, I'm looking for a beginner turntable since my old one that I had, has shit the bed. I've been looking at the AT-LP60 since it has some good reviews on Amazon. Should I go ahead and purchase?

u/sirms · 1 pointr/vinyl

Welcome!

First off, "vinyls" isn't a word. The plural of vinyl is vinyl. Someone is sure to point that out to you so it might was well be me. But it doesn't really matter. It's just a way for people who are really into it to raise themselves above you.

Ok, cheap set up. Here's my turntable. Don't let anyone in this sub tell you that you need anything more than this. This is fine. This does the job. It won't hurt your records and it's really easy to use.

As for an amp and speakers, the ones I use I got from my parents. They hadn't used them in years. I do hear good things about this thing. For speakers I would just recommend the cheapest thing you can find above desk computer speakers. That should do the job.

Have fun!

u/xthecharacter · 1 pointr/electronicmusic

Can you explain what's wrong with the AT-LP60 as an option? I've been very strongly considering getting it. But wow, those uturn ones look sexy as hell.

u/brunchhard · 1 pointr/barstoolsports

Super basic Audio technica. I gradually built the system over time, but started with this stereo (used) and these speakers. Later I added some small surround speakers (system doubles as my tv speakers, too) as well as this sub. Granted I don't have a super trained ear, but all together it does sound awesome.

My recommendation is to not go cheap on the stereo side of things. Definitely don't get a record player with speakers built in. If it sounds shitty, you'll never end up using it. If you do want to start cheap with the record player, have it sound decent, but not have to get all the bells and whistles, Audio Technica sells this bundle that has the turntable and two speakers. If you start with that, eventually you can add the stereo receiver, better speakers, sub, etc.

u/laggy2da · 1 pointr/bassnectar

It's your record player. The first $60 Bosley player I got did the same goddamn thing.

Invest in an Audio-Technica. It's around $90-99 and it's the best you can get for the value.

http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Stereo-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_3?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1458158613&sr=1-3&keywords=audio+technica+turntable

u/GreatRobo · 1 pointr/audiophile

Hey guys! I asked about a starter audiophile setup in last weeks thread and I just want to nail down the final details of what I will need.

As of right now the plan is to get a receiver, a pair of bookshelves, and a serviceable turntable.

I am currently looking at getting a pair of These Affordable Accuracy bookshelves from Philharmonic Audio

This Onkyo stereo receiver with phono input

And This Audio Technica LP60 turntable.

My question is what will I need for cables. When it comes to things like wire gauge I am completely in the dark. Is 12 gauge plenty for my application? How many banana plugs do I need? (and is that even what the speakers and receiver will take). What other cables will I need to connect the turntable and my computer to my receiver?

Thank you all very much for your help so far!

u/TheKatzzMeow · 1 pointr/vinyl

I currently have this turntable that I purchased probably 3-4 years ago: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=twister_B01BHMYA9Q?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

While mine still works fine, I am interested in purchasing a new one and think I have landed on this: https://uturnaudio.com/products/orbit-basic-turntable

Am I making a solid upgrade or would it be in my best interest to keep looking for something better? Trying to spend approx $200-350

u/tbrown8890 · 1 pointr/vinyl

I got this turntable for my 1st turntable recently: http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1301716689&sr=8-4

It's everything I could dream of. The only thing that I could possibly find wrong with it is that it doesn't play 10 " records.

u/endofalifetime · 1 pointr/VinylCollectors

As far as turntables go My friend just bought one of these and enjoys it. Its not superb but its better then that crosley.

http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1405311013&sr=8-2&keywords=audio+technica+turntable

Feel free to look at your local goodwill and record store. Always come up on cheap stuff there. Crosley is fine for what it is I guess but you'll notice a big big difference using a real turntable

u/Biddo97 · 1 pointr/depression

You should!

/r/vinyl is good

I have a lot of money into it, but you could easily get by with one of these, and a pair of computer speakers

u/TehMooMoo · 1 pointr/vinyl

In this case an all-in-one player would be just fine.

If nothing is priceless, the player doesn't need to last many years, and sound quality isn't the most important thing, go for an all in one. The Crosley's with built in speakers would probably work well enough.

These won't have the best quality or durability, but if you need something quick and easy, with external speakers (they might sound a bit better than the internal speakers) you can look into this or this. I don't have personal experience with them, but they might work well for the cause.

If you're looking to spend a bit more, an LP60 or Sony PSLX300USB might work better. I've used the Sony before and it works pretty well. It has an automatic play feature so it's really easy to use and setup. You'll just need a stereo receive and speakers which might cost a bit too much depending on how much you're willing to spend.

If you were looking to get into records, I'd definitely recommend something better, but there is no reason a Crosley won't get the job done.

I'm very sorry to hear that, and I hope you and your family are doing the best you can at this time.

u/Dirttymike · 1 pointr/audiophile

My friend(literally not me) is wanting to get the AT-LP60 (I already tried talking her out of it and she moved up from a crosley at least) and my question is would the AT-LP60 be able to work with the MICA PB42X and SMSL SA-60?

u/bambooclad · 1 pointr/audiophile

This is what I would do for some decent background music if it were my joint...

u/pickrunner18 · 1 pointr/brandnew

Here is one I'd recommend. It's cheap at $90, and mine has lasted me three years. Good option for the poor college student

u/Symns · 1 pointr/argentina

Creo que los schiit son lo mejor en precio / calidad. De hecho cuando leía reviews en head-fi, siempre los comparaban con amps/dacs de +500usd.

El magni 2 Uber tiene la particularidad de tener un segundo outpout para monitores, que se activa cuando no está el auricular conectado.

además necesitaría este gira discos y estaría perfecto.

u/checkerdamic · 1 pointr/vinyl

Well, I don't recommend the Audio Technica LP60 but it is slightly less shitty then that Crosley you are looking at and has a built in preamp, but still is shitty. It's $100 on Amazon. Money is still better spent on the U-Turn Orbit.

u/Quethandtheheatsinks · 1 pointr/vinyl

I've been happy with my AT-LP 60. Best feature in my opinion is the built in preamp. I have it on my desk in my room, hooked to a set of computer speakers, and it sounds pretty good, without a stack of equipment. I've also been spoiled by the start/stop buttons. Amazon sells for just under $80. http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1372548628&sr=8-1&keywords=at-lp+60

u/DJThrow-away · 1 pointr/Beatmatch

Would any of these be suitable for my situation. (I do want to scratch)

Stanton

Audio Technica

u/falloutguy78 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Thoughts on the audio-technica atlp60?

Amazon link

u/4th_time_around · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

I'm saving for a record player! I recently inherited a bunch of old records from my Mom's collection. The anticipation of hearing all my favorite classic rock artists on vinyl is killing me!

u/Ashmanzini · 1 pointr/vinyl

With your budget you should get an Audio Technica LP60 and some Edifer Powered Speakers

u/sersdf · 1 pointr/hometheater

Such a comprehensive reply! Thanks /u/dfmz . When I get home tonight I'll take a close look at the wires but a custom cable carrying separate threads could explain things. I remember the developer said that in every room with speakers, there is also a wall switch/box where I can add a volume control if I want. He said the wire goes from the basement to the box and then splits from there to the speakers in the room. I'd never heard of a set up like that and don't know what to make of it.

So maybe it's custom multi-threaded cables to the rest of the house and just dumb speaker cables for the basement. Like I said, I'll check.

My assumption for the basement was that 5 speakers are wired and then I bring my own sub, making it 5.1. For the family room, the hookups are arranged: FR, FL, center, RR, RL. But there's only one line for the family room in the basement, so perhaps that's custom cable. All the other locations are twin speakers.

The vinyl player has a built-in preamp, but your point is well taken. Might have to go into the wall for that one.

Really glad to hear that about the ceiling speakers. The surround sound will be suboptimal, but outside the basement I'm more concerned about music anyways. That also allows me to commit to the wired route which, as you point out, will be quite superior.

Your last suggestion is also exactly what I was looking for posting here. I'll probably start with a single Sonos/Heos and multichannel amp, with an eye to expanding to separate zones in the future as needed.

u/wehaveherpes · 1 pointr/lewronggeneration

im buying my first set up soon and this is this turntable im looking at. right in your price range and new, but ive been told by /r/vinyl that looking for used stuff first is a good idea because you can save a ton. unfortunately i live pretty "out there" so theres no craigslist offers within an hour drive where i am.

u/stephenchuk · 1 pointr/vinyl

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=twister_B01BHMYA9Q?_encoding=UTF8&th=1

The Audio Technica LP 60 Silver is $89. For a broke college student who just wants a turntable that won't shred my records, is this a good buy? My dad has one and it works great for him. I'm trying to stay around $100 by the way.

u/jdsamford · 1 pointr/vinyl

I'm looking into getting an Audio-Technica AT-LP60. I own a pair of Adam Audio A7 Powered Studio Monitors, which have balanced XLR ports, in addition to unbalanced RCA.


I've tried Googling around, but can't seem to find a solid answer. How can I connect the turntable to the monitors? With other speakers, I'd connect the L/R RCA to one speaker, and then connect the first speaker to the second, but that doesn't seem possible with the A7's.


Can I separate the RCA out from the turn table to each individual speaker? Would it be better to go from turntable to my Parasound preamp, and then run separate RCA cables from there to each speaker?

u/jdm_42 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Totally new to this so I greatly appreciate the help.

For the holidays, I received as gifts the Audio Technica AT-LP60 turntable and a pair of Micca MB42 bookshelf speakers.

I now see I will need an amplifier and speaker wire, and I would like to spend $50 or less. I'm doing research to try to understand exactly what I need but I'm still a little unsure.

I'm seeing decent reviews about the Lepai LP2020A+. I see folks who bought the same speakers as me also recommending this. Is there any reason it might not be compatible with my turntable?

And finally is this the kind of speaker wire I would need?

Many thanks!

u/RobFword · 0 pointsr/vinyl

I actually just bought this setup.

Turntable

Speakers

Receiver

u/baseball_furies · 0 pointsr/vinyl

it depends what you consider affordable. I think the Audio Technica AT-LP 60 is generally considered the least terrible sub-$100 table. Most people just recommend vintage tables if you're spending between $100 and $300

u/Freshly_Baked_Cookie · 0 pointsr/vinyl


Sorry for all the questions. I actually just got two huge sony speakers at a thrift store for 25 bucks, so i have those. What about this turn table i found on amazon?

http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377738457&sr=8-1&keywords=record+player

Also, where can i find like an amp that i need? I dont even know what to search for.

u/alu_pahrata · 0 pointsr/vinyl

You guys yelled at me because I apparently bought a shit turntable, because of this, I am planning on getting this one instead, is this a good option? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=twister_B01691UGGG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Edit: Fuck it, my dad is getting me the AT-LP120 USB even though I only asked for the 60.

u/tommysadler · 0 pointsr/vinyl

No doubt, the best turntable for under $100 is the Audio Technica AT LP60. I bought one off of Amazon last month and love it. If you do a search for the best turntables under $100, this one usually tops the list. http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE

u/seg-fault · 0 pointsr/vinyl

Well, if he loves placebo effect, he'll absolutely love listening to records through a cheap DAC and tinny laptop speakers. Tell your friend that he can either waste his money now, or he can save up and make a proper investment that will really do the music justice. $200-$300 could buy entry level components that will sound much better than his laptop ever could.

Receiver

Turntable

Speakers

He'll also probably need speaker wire.

He can get all that for about $260 (plus shipping, tax, etc.). If he just wants to listen to headphones, he doesn't even need the speakers. Note, I did not shop around that much to find the best deals or best hardware. I did not read reviews. However, I do have a previous version of the receiver I linked. It may say Insignia on the label, but if that model is anything like the model I have, it is made by Sherwood and re-branded. I would look into that claim, though, because it is just a hunch on my part.

u/BaronDuke · 0 pointsr/vinyl

Alright thanks for the reply. I've asked around in a number of places but nobody actually answered my question, rather gave vague replies like "try craigslist" or "you need to buy other things too".

Anyways, I have one more quick question, the Denon seems a bit pricey for my first turntable. Would you say the Audio Tech AT-LP60 found here:

http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=lp_3003611_1_2?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1405341381&sr=1-2

Do you think that would be a good first turntable? Along with a nice set of speakers? And I assume for speakers I'll be looking for "bookshelf speakers". I don't have much room right now.

Also thanks again for the detailed response.

u/TheRisingTide · -1 pointsr/vinyl

As someone currently trying to figure out whether or not it's worth my time to wait it out on craigslist to find a quality used turntable or just spend 70$ on the Audio Technica AT-LP 60, the one thing many redditors neglect to mention is that it's damn near impossible to find a used turntable that has everything you need to start listening to records immediately and/or you have to replace parts of the turntable (a process which is time consuming and by no means cheap at all).

Just be aware of this and good luck, I still haven't figured out what I'm going to do either.

u/bernthewitch · -1 pointsr/vinyl

Would you be able to reccomend me a decent pair of speakers to go a long with this?
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-LP60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422379248&sr=8-1&keywords=turntable&pebp=1422379250589&peasin=B002GYTPAE

Unless you know a better one. I'm thinking now I may just buy brand new speakers for my turntable.

Need a setup that would be college-dorm friendly.

u/confuscioused34 · -2 pointsr/vinyl

http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT-PL60-Automatic-Driven-Turntable/dp/B002GYTPAE/ref=wl_it_dp_v?ie=UTF8&coliid=IGYGEO4RZ7RFF&colid=2GVWQ2WDI67D5

The "Frequently bought together" has some inexpensive speakers and speaker wire. All 3 items for under $150, or you can upgrade the turntable some to get around $200

u/frequentpooper · -5 pointsr/vinyl

Audio Technica has some really good choices for you. The AT-LP60 can be had for as low as $100. There's a decent audio store near me that sells this as their entry level table. It sounds pretty darn good. There is also a somewhat more expensive model ($150) that has a USB output.

Next up from there is probably the U-Turn Audio turntable which starts at $179. This is a manual turntable with very good sound for low cash.

If you can spend more money, this one seems to be quite good as well: Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB.

Read a great article here about turntables -- you can read a lot more, but this one article will give you the foundation you need to make a good decision.

EDIT: Wow, a bunch of downvotes for mentioning a record player that the hive mind doesn't like? Have any of you actually heard the AT-LP60? It's a big step up from Crosley, it's $100, and it doesn't have a needle that will ruin your vinyl. That was the question: what can I get for $100-150. I answered it. And I also provided the step-up options that can be had for more than $150 -- the same models that others mentioned.