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Reddit mentions of Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input, RCA Output & Low Noise Operation Powered by 12 Volt DC Adapter - PP999

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Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input, RCA Output & Low Noise Operation Powered by 12 Volt DC Adapter - PP999
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    Features:
  • CONVERTS PHONO SIGNALS: A turntable preamp that converts phono signals to Line Level Signals. This state-of-the-art circuitry phono preamp can accommodate magnetic pickups with an input sensitivity of 3mV at 50K Ohms
  • LOW NOISE OPERATION: Offers outstanding performance with it’s Low-Noise Audio Operational Amplifiers. The output is 2V max (P-P) at 10K Ohms. It’s better to position the preamp close to the source to reduce unwanted noise and interference
  • CONNECTS TO TURNTABLES: Connect any turntable to modern sound equipment without specialized phono input for amplifying music. For the receiver, this can be connected to speakers, computers, laptops and more
  • SIMPLE PLUG & PLAY: This mini preamp has stereo RCA inputs and stereo RCA outputs. Connect the turntable to the RCA inputs and ground. Then, connect the amplifier receiver to the RCA outputs
Specs:
ColorBlack
Height2 Inches
Length8.25 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateMarch 2010
SizeOne Size
Weight0.34 Kilograms
Width4 Inches

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u/PurpleMoustache · 22 pointsr/vinyl

Here’s why:

It actually DOESN’T sound good. Normally, I’m the kind of guy who goes “if it sounds good to you, it sounds good to you”, but Victrola/Crosley/etc brand turntables have incredibly INCREDIBLY cheap components, cheap speakers (that are part of the unit, which I’ll explain why that’s bad in a second), and a bunch more stuff, crammed in an ugly form factor for like $60.

Let’s break all that down:

Cheap components - depending on the model, the Victrola is either $60, or $110, frequently on sale for much less. We must also keep in mind the laws of economics, these machines are cheaper to make then they sell for. Let’s give a conservative estimate of $70 for the 8-in-1, and $40 for the 3-in-1.

The Audio Technica AT95E NEEDLE, not even a whole turntable, not even the cartridge it goes onto, just the needle costs $35, and that’s a cheap entry level needle.

Now ask yourself: if buying a needle is nearly as much as the whole turntable costs to make... how good are those parts? Probably not that great. In fact, the needle on most cheap turntables use ceramics, rather than diamond tips. Ceramic needles not only are harsher on records, but have a poorer quality sound overall.

Then we look at the motor, we need an even speed for playing back records, and with quartz crystals or belts, that’s fairly easy, but those systems are $$$, so we have a cheapo motor that can’t handle a constant speed leading to “wow and flutter”, fluctuations in pitch and sound caused by speed differences. Now, unless you have a really really high end deck, some amounts of wow and flutter are to be expected, but the Victrola has a high amount.

Then, the tone arm. Generally speaking, the needle shouldn’t be pressing down on a record more than 3-4 grams or so, depending on the needle/cartridge you are using. Because these things are portable, they need a solution that doesn’t get goofed up when you move it, so weight from the tone arm varies BY UNIT to 10+ grams. That’s CRUSHING your record, and actively wearing out the grooves. Now, yes, records DO wear out over time, but that’s after hundreds if not thousands of plays.

And lastly, the speakers. These are contained IN THE UNIT, meaning if you are playing loud, they are shaking the whole unit, and thus the needle, and thus reducing the sound. As well as the fact that these speakers are usually quite small, and as stated before, quite cheap.

The rest of the buffalo- So that’s just the turntable! Then you’ve crammed a cassette deck, a CD player, a radio (am and fm with antenna), a aux in, and a Bluetooth receiver in there, and you have to assume the cost of those parts are as cheap as well, so you really have a $20 turntable, $10 CD player, $10 radio, $10 cassette deck, $5 aux input, $10 Bluetooth chip, and $5 for plastic assembly and now you’re realizing you’ve paid $110 for a $70 Machine that promises too much and can’t fulfill much of what it claims to do very well.

Ugly- And then this is down to personal taste: dude, that shits just ugly. Faux wood paneling, a “retro” design that never really existed, disks and buttons everywhere. I’m not saying the LP-120 looks good, but it’s leagues better in comparison.

So that’s why it’s dumped upon.

So why would you spend $110 on a $70 machine, when you could save up about $100 more, and get a DRAMATICALLY BETTER MACHINE. Yes, it's made in China like the rest of the Victrola/Crosley tables, and yes, it has a plastic body, BUT!

It has:

  • A proper Quartz Lock mechanism keeping the speed constant

  • A good, starter quality needle and cartridge (the above mentioned AT95E), with the ability to CHANGE IN THE FUTURE (you can't do that on a victrola)

  • A tone arm weight you can set yourself, making sure weight distribution on your records is at needle manufacture recommendations

  • MUCH higher quality audio components, leading to a crisper sound

  • USB out, so you can record your records

  • and a built in pre-amp, so all you need is a pair of cheap bookshelf speakers, and the table, and nothing else.

    Or, how about only $60 more, and you could get a U-Turn Orbit. It's belt driven, so if you wanna run a record at 45 RPM you'd have to move the belt, but still, DRAMATICALLY better than the motor driving a Victrola, and again, DRAMATICALLY better parts for audio. Sure it's missing a Phono preamp, but that's only $13.

    In short: why would you buy a $70 machine for $110 if you could save up a bit more and get something so so so much better
u/MrDorkESQ · 14 pointsr/whatisthisthing

It is a proprietary connector for one of the entry level all in one systems. They were designed to look like a component system but in reality you bought it all together in one box and it all only connected to itself.

I tried to find a pinout or an adapter that you could use but in the 10 minutes I spent i found nothing.

Ostensibly, the five pins would be the same as any other turntable. Right channel, left channel, and chasis ground. You would probably need a line level amp to hook up to it as well.

edit: After further searching, the wires are 12v DC, ground, right, left and signal ground. I can't find a pinout though.

u/sharkamino · 10 pointsr/BudgetAudiophile

The new X version has some improvements over the old one.

If your budget is under $200 Monolith by Monoprice Turntable with AT100E on sale for $149 is a clone of the $209 Fluance RT81 from the same factory for $60 less.

A very worthwhile step up is the newer Fluance RT82 $249. It adds an optical sensor speed controlled servo motor for lower wow and flutter and speed variation. The speed never drifts since the sensor is monitoring it 500 times a second. A later optional upgrade is the acrylic platter for $119 as seen on the RT85. If the Denon recevier does not have a phono input and if low on budget start with a $15 Pyle phono preamp which may be as good as a basic one in the Monolith and older RT81. Or a step up is the ART DJ Pre II $67. If starting with the Pyle, a later optional upgrade is the Schiit Mani $129.

The Denon recevier has an amp inside of it to power the speakers.

An alternative to the Klipsch R-51M for a lower cost is the closeout 6.5" DCM TP160 by MTX Audio $249 $89 pair. Review by u/DieselWang, Video Review and DCM TP160S vs the SVS Ultra Bookshelf.

Or the tower version DCM TP260 2-Way by MTX Audio $399 $149 pair and you don't need to build or spend $65+ on speaker stands if you don't already have some.

Speaker wire: Pure Copper Oxygen Free Speaker Wire then 4 Ways to Strip Wire. Optionally add banana plugs. Already with banana plugs AmazonBasics buy 2 for a pair 12ft each.More options at Crutchfield, DFWCableConnection, Blue Jeans Speaker Cable and Blue Jeans at Amazon.

Speaker Stands: Sturdy Monolith by Monoprice Speaker Stands. Or lower budget Dayton Audio SSMB24 or Monoprice Glass. DIY Custom Speaker Stands.

Speaker Placement: Stereo Music Listening or Home Audio and Home Theater. Also How to position your speakers for great sound for the focus diagram.

Home Audio Guides: Intro to home stereo systemsZeos Tutorials, Diagrams and Videosr/audiophile Guide to Home AudioIntroduction to Audio ComponentsWhat is a Phono Preamp? | Audio AdviceHow to Connect a Turntable to a Receiver

u/DeuceSK · 5 pointsr/vinyl

You need a phono pre-amp to amplify the signal, or a different amp with a phono input built in. Here is a couple of very cheap pre-amps: pyle or Behringerfor example.

u/TophatMcMonocle · 4 pointsr/vintageaudio

I'm glad to assist as I'm a fanboy of this type of Technics turntable. I have an old hobby of restoring and collecting Japanese TTs and there's an SL-10 in my collection. I'd love to have an SL-7 too, however I'm falling behind in the "restore" area the last few years.

You will need a phono preamp since the SL-7 does not have one built in, and neither do your Miccas. The sky's the limit on phono preamp prices, however they're a rather simple beast so even the cheapest ones work pretty damned well. To keep things simple for now I'd recommend this one for sixteen bucks.

https://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PP999-Phono-Turntable-Pre-Amp/dp/B00025742A

Assuming the SL-7 is good to go and has a cartridge/stylus with some life left in it, that'll be all you need to make music. Your Miccas have amplification built in, so that's it.

If you do need a new P-mount cartridge, this one is very good for the $27 it costs. It's what I have on my SL-10 because I can't afford high-end carts on everything. Be aware there's a small screw that holds it in place on that little tonearm and it must be completely removed first. It's hard to see, so people have ripped off the entire arm trying to pull the cartridge free.

https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT92ECD-Universal-Replacement-Cartridge/dp/B00006HO3L

Last thing I should mention, there are two plastic ears on the SL-7 that are a failure point, since all examples of this turntable are very old now. They latch the lid to the lower portion, or plinth. Treat them very gently as there are no replacements for them.

u/jcsatan · 3 pointsr/vinyl

Had the same turntable. The built in pre-amp isn't great. If you get a preamp (like this) the sound quality would be a lot better and you won't have to have your speakers on blast.

u/nickdanger3d · 3 pointsr/sonos

Before doing that, make sure your turntable has a preamp built in. If it doesn't, you need something like this to make sure it doesn't break your shit.

u/Mike_Rotchisari · 3 pointsr/vinyl

I've got you covered for about $35, possibly cheaper depending on whether or not your turntable already has a pre-amp built in.

What you need:

  • Pyle Phono Preamp for $15.42 - cheap, will get the job done. I have a feeling that you've got something already if you are listening to records at proper volume
  • adapter cable like this - so your 3.5 mm input will be switched to RCA plugs
  • Y-cable like this - this is for your computer
  • This A/V switcher for $16.79 - This is where the magic happens. You could honestly buy any switcher that does the same thing as this at a local store, but here's what's cheap on Amazon.

    Here's how it works:

  • 3.5mm on your speakers -> RCA adapter -> one of the outputs on your switcher
  • Line out from turntable -> preamp -> input on switcher
  • audio out jack on computer -> Y cable -> input 2 on switcher

    Now all you have to do is press a button to change inputs. And like I said earlier, if your turntable already has a pre-amp built in, or you already own a pre-amp or receiver, then you can knock $15 off the price and have everything you need for under $20. Possibly right now if you head to a WalMart or something.

    Edit: The bonus about this method is you keep the signal analog the whole way through. Also, as mentioned by /u/apapousek, a two channel system is the absolute best audio upgrade you can make at the moment.
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/smckenzie23 · 3 pointsr/vintageaudio

I love my vintage gear, but there is nothing wrong with his amp, and there are a ton of decent cheap phono amps out there.

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It will be hit or miss finding decent vintage equipment for $200, unless you are lucky or know what you are doing, & his Yamaha should put out a clean 80 watts per channel. I'd suggest a cheap amp for $20. He could easily wind up with a downgrade in sound by blindly picking a $200 vintage unit.

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u/iplaysthedrums · 3 pointsr/vinyl

I dug out my dad's old Technics SLB30 over the weekend, and its currently being repaired. While I wait for that, I want to start assembling the rest of the set up.

So far, I've chosen the recommended beginner setup on a budget from the sidebar (Dayton speakers, Lepai Tripath, DJPRE). I noticed that the DJPRE II preamp is now nearly 50$ on amazon though. I did find this guy (Pyle PP999)on Amazon, and was wondering if anyone has any feedback on this preamp. The reviews seemed promising, and I figure I could upgrade at a later time if I want.

u/damnspynovels · 3 pointsr/vinyl

you can get a cheap pre-amp. i reckon you'll find one for like $30-40. it'll be a piece of shit, but it'll allow you to get use out of a vintage TT considering your active monitors (which I presume have a line in?) for now.

EDIT - even cheaper: http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PP999-Phono-Turntable-Pre-Amp/dp/B00025742A - again, not vouching for the quality of this, but it'll be a better stepping stone than the LP60.

u/a1recycler · 2 pointsr/pinkfloyd

I just used a sony system I hadn't used in a while. Plugged my dad's old turntable into the TV/Video port using a Pyle Pro Pre-amp for $12

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00025742A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/Shike · 2 pointsr/audiophile

Okay:

This Monoprice amp/dac combo has a switch between the two (and bonus gain switch - may come in handy with different cans down the road) - the downside is it's not currently in stock but does have an ETA. The TC preamps seem to have some quality issues recently so I'd suggest going with an entry preamp like this.

Hook turntable to preamp, preamp to amp. Hook PC directly to amp. Flip between USB and AUX as needed - problem solved.

u/DeweyCheatem-n-Howe · 2 pointsr/vinyl

I'm gonna guess that doesn't have a phono input. Peek behind it, but I'd wager you won't find much of anything input-wise other than something for the integrated parts.

You can get a phono preamp on Amazon for fifteen bucks that should be all you need to bridge the gap between table and speakers.

u/rtikthirteen · 2 pointsr/nin

Well, that wasn't exactly successful. I got a Pyle PP999 and while it's definitely louder, it's also so distorted as to be unlistenable. The signal is far too hot, I believe. At this point, I want to throw everything at the wall and call it an art installation.

u/beige4ever · 2 pointsr/vinyl

{I don't know how to make that symbol for British pounds.}

I suppose you could do worse than a Pro-Ject entry level 'table for 150.

http://www.whathifi.com/review/pro-ject-essential

for the phono preamp, any of the external boxes like Pyle, TCC, etc. between 20-40

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pyle-Pro-PP999-Phono-Pre-Amplifier/dp/B00025742A/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

that puts you near 200 and leaves 100. I suppose you could just use your computer speakers til you can get something more robust.

Can't really get something worthy of the Pro-Ject for 100 in the powered speaker market, I think, but computer speakers will get you by and most people have those already. Need at least another 250-300 for a decent receiver and bookshelf speakers... or a 150+ for a decent powered monitor [as I imagine the M-Audios would be] set , so the initial outlay of 200 is a foundation for whatever downstream components you decide on

u/ldeas_man · 2 pointsr/audio

> Yamaha YAS-101

sorry, I didn't register that it was in your title. can you post a picture of your turntable's rear panel? I'm having trouble finding information on it on google. your soundbar doesn't have analog inputs, so you're gonna need an analog to digital converter, unless your turntable has digital outputs, which it sounds like it doesn't

if your turntable has a phono stage, you just need to convert RCA to TOSLINK, something like this analog to digital converter would work

if your turntable doesn't have a phono stage, you'll need one of those as well. so you'd need this phono stage as well as the aforementioned Analog to Digital converted

u/oblivion923 · 2 pointsr/audioengineering

Yes they are all plugged into the same power strip.

I've tried moving around the preamp while it's connected to see if it changes anything but nope :/

https://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PP999-Phono-Turntable-Pre-Amp/dp/B00025742A this is the preamp I have. Would connecting a ground wire from the turntable into the preamp help?

I'll look into isolation transformers.

Thanks!

u/zuzuk2 · 2 pointsr/vinyl

I have been reading a lot of posts on here and I am a little confused on what I need for a full setup. I am looking at the uturn Orbit (no preamp), the Micca PB42X speakers, and this preamp. Is this the right stuff and would I need anything else?

Thanks in advance.

u/DamNub · 2 pointsr/diysound


hmm it doenst look like my turntable has a pre-amp build in so it looks like i also need to buy that. Are there any well known pre-amp kits? I did some quick googling but I mainly found mic pre amps wich i asume is something completely different. maybe ill just order the pyle p999 and maybe ill later upgrade to a actual diy pre amp

thanks for your explanation about preamps

u/Theshag0 · 2 pointsr/audiophile

Depending on the turntable, you probably need a preamp: http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PP999-Phono-Turntable-Pre-Amp/dp/B00025742A/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1462215132&sr=8-2&keywords=phono+preamp

Then just plug an RCA cable into one of your unused inputs; probably the "tape" input unless you are a total madman and are still using cassettes.

u/why-not-zoidberg · 2 pointsr/audiophile

If you want to go as cheap as possible, the best solution would be one of the ubiquitous cheap phono pre-amps, and an inexpensive headphone amp (Fiio E6 or E11). Upgrade either of these parts as you see fit.

The only all-inone preamp and headphone amp that comes to mind is this Bellari.

Another option is to buy a vintage receiver or integrated amp that has a phono input and use the headphone output from that.

u/vullnet123 · 1 pointr/vinyl

I have this phono amp. I recently won a $50 Amazon gift card at work, worth it to refund it and purchase a better one?

u/KJCollins · 1 pointr/vinyl

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00025742A

This one works perfectly for me.

u/ChadMcRad · 1 pointr/vinyl

Dumb question time? I have a Garrard 40 B and would like a cheap setup. I started out using my guitar amp (I know) but had been looking at this preamp and speaker combo that both seem to have pretty good ratings. Would these work well with my turntable? I checked out the beginner's guide and have been using that forever whenever looking at audio equipment but I never grew up with speakers or sound systems so it's sorta my Achilles heal...

Edifier R1280T Powered Bookshelf Speakers

Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp

u/PandaBambooccaneer · 1 pointr/vinyl

According to Amazon, these preamps aren't that pricy... There is a suggested Pyle that is less than twenty bucks!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00025742A/ref=cm_cr_srp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

u/nixamus · 1 pointr/vinyl

That seems to be the consensus. Right now I'm using a Pyle Turntable Preamp:(https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00025742A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

Ironically, I went through two defective receivers before downsizing to something that took up a little less space.

u/heiney_luvr · 1 pointr/vinyl

No, I had to buy a pre-amp. Did not break the bank on it because I was just testing it out. This is what I bought.

u/MediaLoaf · 1 pointr/vinyl

Hey everyone,
I am generally clueless about everything regarding vinyl and turntables. That said, my wife wants a turntable for her birthday since we were recently gifted a number of old albums. I know there is a guide for tables, but I do have some current equipment that I thought might allow me to spend more money on the table itself by avoiding what I already have.
What I have:

Pyle Phono Preamp

Lepy LP-2020A-3A Amp

I also have nice wood paneled speakers that take bare speaker wire.

I'm looking to spend roughly $150. Any recommendations would be extremely helpful.

u/xDedalusx · 1 pointr/vinyl

If phono stage means my preamp, I use a very cheap $15 Pyle preamp I got off Amazon. I've owned this TT since the early 90's, but had it stored away with all my records as I raised my kids. After 17 years I finally got things out again when I started working from home in February. I went the cheapest route I could to get things going, and I have been loving it.

Now my wife and kids are home for the Summer and everyone is complaining about my music being on all the time and asking me to use headphones. I just have no way idea the best way to add headphones to my setup (ie using powered speakers due to limited space and funds- the speakers have to do double duty with my TT and non-work PC). I'd appreciate any advice you have.

u/Mr_Soju · 1 pointr/vinyl

Hey, good link. That Yahama looks legit and 100 watts is good but...

The link you provided says:

u/article13bad123 · 1 pointr/vinyl

phono preamp

receiver

table

speakers

Does this seem like a good proper start? (I have a crosley, so this would be my formal start)

u/CallsScratchBammer · 1 pointr/vinyl

Alright. Are there any worthwhile budget preamps? The one I'm looking at from u-turn is a bit pricey at $89.

I see this one looks like it might be good but I'm not sure if something that cheap is worth it

u/format32 · 1 pointr/vinyl

That Stanton is not much of an upgrade over the Crosley.. You will notice some improvement however.
Yes, you will need a Phono Pre. whats your budget?
Those speakers and that amp will go well together. Those things are crazy cheap and the quality on them is impressive for the price.
If your strapped for cash this preamp will get you through until you want to upgrade your table again.
http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PP999-Phono-Turntable-Pre-Amp/dp/B00025742A/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1376001137&sr=1-2&keywords=phono+preamp

u/prplelemonade · 1 pointr/vinyl

Hello everyone, I'm new to vinyl and I'm just wondering how much I should spend on a PHONO preamp? I obviously want good sound quality, but I am a student and very short on money. I have an amplifier, so that's no problem, I just need a preamp.

My turntable is a Sansui SR 636

How is the Pyle-Pro PP999? Obviously super cheap, but I've read somewhere on this subreddit that the preamp doesn't necessarily need to cost a lot.

Edit: My amplifier isn't very powerful or loud. It's a portable one. (Obviously saving up for something better, suggest amps too!)

u/OdysseusofSiddeous · 1 pointr/BudgetAudiophile

Edifier R1280T - $100

Edifier R1280T Powered Bookshelf Speakers - 2.0 Active Near Field Monitors - Studio Monitor Speaker - Wooden Enclosure - 42 Watts RMS https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016P9HJIA/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_gsh2Db0574DE9

I never seen a new pair rhis low. Refurbished usually are around $100. Usually they will cost you $200

I'd grab something like this too
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Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input, RCA Output & Low Noise Operation Powered by 12 Volt DC Adapter - PP999 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00025742A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_lxh2DbMN4N9EB

Or
acheap 3.5 to rca maybe just DIY something piece together from thrift stores

u/mushm0m · 1 pointr/vinyl

I'd like to buy my very first turntable, was looking for Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals but didn't find any in my price range ($400). Any tips?

Either way, I'm now eyeing the Fluance RT82. What are pros/cons for this turntable?

It also looks like I need a preamp, considering this one: https://www.amazon.com/Pyle-Phono-Turntable-Preamp-Preamplifier/dp/B00025742A/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=pyle+999&qid=1574713607&sr=8-1

As for speakers, I already have a pair of powered speakers.

u/Zorric · 1 pointr/audio

You need a phono pre-amp, essentially, to bring the very low (a few millivolts) output of the cartridge up to the 1 or 2 volts that the auxiliary port needs. Something like this...
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pyle-Pro-PP999-Phono-Pre-Amplifier/dp/B00025742A
Or you could use an amplifier that has a specific "phono" input, in other words, it has a phono pre-amp built in.

u/[deleted] · 1 pointr/Music

Poppycock!

All your receiver needs is a louder signal, not one coming from a specific type of turntable. Here -----> click me! is your 15 dollar solution.


edit: wow, silwenae. Why the hell did you link to a $200 piece of audiophile porn when its most likely 2 to 3 the price of his current setup?

u/ssman · 1 pointr/vinyl

I would recommend a Technics linear tracking turntable, for example the SL-10: http://www.vinylengine.com/library/technics/sl-10.shtml

If you can find one, it shouldn't be too expensive. I've seen one and its quite compact (at first glance thought it was one of those late 90s compact VCRs). It should fit in your dorm room.

Get a small phono pre-amp like this or this and a pair of powered speakers and your outfit will be complete.

Of course, you can spend more on the pre, the amp and the speakers, but based on what you've asked, and considering you already have a setup at home, this should be enough to get you started.

u/Poon-Juice · 1 pointr/PFSENSE

I think what you should do is connect your turntable to this and then to this

u/gregwlsn · 1 pointr/turntables

Thanks. I bought a cheap one just to test that theory. I'll upgrade if all pans out.

Tried multiple cables, usually the ones that shipped with the decks.

Shout out to uturn who offered lots of help and new cables to get things working before I tapped out.

u/AsUniqueAsMe · 1 pointr/techsupport

The audio from Record player doesn’t put out enough power/volume to really register on the 1/8” jack unless you have a way to dial up the volume.

Something like this preamp would help. Still has RCA outs but if you look around you might find something that will plug directly into your system.

PYLE PP999 Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input, RCA Output & Low Noise Operation Powered by 12 Volt DC Adapter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00025742A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6rcDCb5PPB1AQ

u/trevbot · 1 pointr/audio

just grab a phono preamp and use another input if you really like the receiver you've got.

u/jaygerland · 1 pointr/vinyl

I bought this one and it did the trick with my similar Sony receiver http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PP999-Phono-Turntable-Pre-Amp/dp/B00025742A/

It's a Pyle and is $17 on amazon. I paid $25 to get it locally at a small record shop. May as well give them money.

u/Old_Man_Smell · 1 pointr/vinyl

Ah I see. Looks like you can make some HUGE improvements within your budget.

First you need a pre amp. I used this one for a while and found it to be very good especially considering the price:
http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PP999-Phono-Turntable-Pre-Amp/dp/B00025742A/ref=sr_1_sc_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1458143345&sr=8-2-spell&keywords=phono+pre+ampo

Second, you'll want new speakers. The easiest and least expensive route would be to go with powered speakers. For $99 these little guys put out very balanced sound and will make your flip seem like a toy:
http://www.amazon.com/Mackie-CR-CR3-Reference-Multimedia/dp/B00KVEIY4E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458143493&sr=8-1&keywords=mackie+cr3

As for putting it all together you will need only basic red/white male end RCA cables, no silly adapters:
http://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-102869-Premium-22AWG-Cable/dp/B002JTV7UM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458143790&sr=8-1&keywords=RCA+cables+monoprice

~$130 all together.

u/turoxy · 1 pointr/BudgetAudiophile

http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PP999-Phono-Turntable-Pre-Amp/dp/B00025742A

This one is an alright preamp- only 16 bucks until you save up to upgrade.

http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-PP400-Ultra-Compact-Phono-Preamp/dp/B000H2BC4E

Again, a decent phono preamp.

As long as you get nice speakers and successfully ground your turntable I think these options will be more than enough.

u/jaredisthegreatest · 1 pointr/vinyl

So I'm moving to college in NYC in the fall, and I've been faced with the issue of how to fit my turntable in my dorm. I didn't want to lug my whole stereo setup there as it would take too much room, but it was looking like I had to. Until just now!

I got this speaker as a graduation gift so I had a speaker to connect my phone to in the dorms. It looks (and is) tiny but the sound quality is honestly pretty great - good stereo image, clear highs, low lows, etc. If I turn it up about halfway and leave it on my bed I can feel the bass vibrating through my mattress. Naturally it isn't up to par with, say, a vintage amp paired with some great speakers and there isn't an EQ on it (or at least I haven't discovered one), but sacrifices ya know?
I connected my turntable's stereo jacks to the preamp I already had for my existing setup (found here), then ran an [adaptor cable](https://www.amazon.com/Belkin-Audio-Cable-Splitter-1-Mini/dp/B00004Z5CP/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1465788718&sr=1-4&keywords=stereo+to+aux is the one I use) to the aux input on the speaker. Works like a charm!

I thought this would come in handy for anyone moving to an area with little space (like a dorm) who still wants to hold on to their record collection. Happy listening!

u/Vando130 · 1 pointr/vinyl

Yea it's an in-line preamp. This one Looking at the product page again I see a link to a newer version that has a ground. Lame.

u/beef0walk · 1 pointr/vinyl

No problem. You will still need a phono pre-amp of course (they start at around $15), and a RCA to stereo adapter like this one.

u/mcfandrew · 1 pointr/vintageaudio

Any chance you have a preamp you can fit in the middle of that run? Of course, you'll have to plug into your amp thru the AUX or a tape input instead, since you'll have (more or less) a line-level signal after the preamp.

I use a cheap Pyle preamp with my Kenwood receiver (the phono stage sucks on it).

u/tannarryan · 1 pointr/vinyl

just got this one in the mail today and it works great, not sure about the one you posted but here is a cheap one I know works

u/BTsBaboonFarm · 1 pointr/vinyl

For $250ish, assuming you want new gear, do the following:

  • Turntable: U-Turn Orbit Basic - $179

  • Phono Preamplifier: Pyle 999 - $14

  • Speakers: Edifier R980T - $70

    It's just slightly above your budget, but worth the added cost. Absolutely do not skimp on the turntable! Can't stress that enough. That U-Turn is the cheapest turntable I'll ever recommend - it won't ruin your records, won't skip on dynamic passages, shouldn't have speed issues, etc; AND it will give you adequate sound.

    The Pyle phono-preamp is bare bones. About the cheapest you're going to find.

    You could just opt for cheaper computer speakers to get you under $250, but those Edifiers are okay for the price.


    But honestly, I'd encourage you to look for vintage/used equipment. A lot more bang for your buck in that arena at your price range.
u/Hobbit_amid_Gandalfs · 1 pointr/audiophile

I forgot to ask, would a DAC be necessary with the analog audio going into the phono preamp, such as this pre amp?

u/chadw1701c · 1 pointr/vinyl

Looks like about $15 is the bottom

You may be able to find an old amp with phono inputs on craigslist or at goodwill for cheap.

u/JakoGaming · 1 pointr/CarAV

Yeah I’m almost certain now that’s what it is. When I play music on low volume the subs aren’t even audible, but when I blast it, I can juuustt start to feel them.

Would you recommend a line output converter to boost the signal? Like this one from Pyle:

Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input, RCA Output & Low Noise Operation Powered by 12 Volt DC Adapter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00025742A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_WVHcAbTES7RAH

u/SmittyJonz · 1 pointr/BudgetAudiophile

👍, even this Cheap Pyle should work if anyone else is having same issue


https://www.amazon.com/Pyle-Phono-Turntable-Preamp-Preamplifier/dp/B00025742A

u/Relemsis · 1 pointr/vinyl

[$<=50] (NJ, USA)
Hello, I'm looking for a budget preamp. Pretty much everywhere I look I see the ART DJPRE II as the go-to model. My question is, would it be fine to go under $50 for one? I'm looking specifically at the Pyle PP999. I know price and quality are positively correlated for the most part; I can just barely afford one of these things.

u/LastnameWurst · 1 pointr/vinyl

My setup is a

Pyle PLTTB1

Pyle PPP999 Preamp

Alesis Elevate 3 Monitors

Replaced the needle recently with a Ortofon Omega

It's not the greatest setup but when I get my next apartment I plan on upgrading everything and doing a proper home stereo setup with floor standing speakers and all. My local Ikea still has the Kallax shelves so hopefully they are still there in about 8 month's.

u/wake_the_dead · 0 pointsr/vinyl

This turntable is probably the cheapest thing you can get NEW that has all of the bells and whistles that most serious vinyl listeners would recommend. Anti skate, adjustable counterweight, pitch slider.

Pyle as a company is not known for making the best products, however it has a 1 year warranty which is more than enough time to: a) figure out if you even enjoy vinyl, and b) save up for a turntable upgrade.

With this amplifier and this phono preamp you still have 50 bucks or so for some speakers.

As I mentioned, Pyle is not known to be the best company and you will undoubtedly get more bang for your buck buying used gear. But if you're broke and just wanna listen to your records with a bare minimum "listen to your records half decent without damaging them" system shipped straight to your door, the Pyle stuff is your best bet.