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Guys, this is an excellent thread. Very informative and i think it should be pinned. Im thinkin about picking up the disc doctor kit, but maybe i will try to make my own. Anyone have any comments on mixing water with Windex?

I heard mixing Windex and water is a good solution for cleaning records. I also heard using a little bit of alcohol and water will do the trick. I was looking to buy some cleaner for my old 50's and 60's records to get rid of the pops and static. Do you buy your stuff or make it and if so what is your mixture?

That isn't true at all actually, I'm pretty sure they care since it would make them A LOT of money. I think their just waiting for the right time to press them. Plus they they probably are in the process of doing that.

It averages around $70..Atleast the black pressing

Last year there was a lot of talk about this album being repressed. Has there been any news on if it will be and if so who?

Thanks!

Nice finds there! Question for you.. I noticed Dove in the background, do you know where i could find floor's s/t on vinyl still? I use to have it and i dunno what happenend to it, so im lookin for another copy.

Any news on this yet? I was on amazon and it looks like theres one available and was released january 13th. Though other than that theres no news anywhere else. If it's out, who put it out?

built in preamps usually aren't going to be the best quality because they are a convenience. They are usually made as cheaply as possible to still provide the convenience but also keep the price down. But if memory serves me right you can bypass the preamp on the denon, which is a nice option. Yep, when i saw the option to bypass it i thought this could be the one. Plus if i ever buy a brand new receiver i guess it could come in handy. Right now i got a Onyko T-4500 and its awesome.

Personally, i just can't see myself spending anything more than $400 on a record player right now. I do have a really good sound system for whatever record player i buy. I had the Project III and comparing it to some of the cheaper vintage models and even some of todays models, it doesn't sound THAT different for what i paid. After 3 days of consideration and some homework, I've decided to get the Denon dp-300F. It's is selling EVERYWHERE for 329.00 and i ended up getting it for 239.00 ppd. I read nothing but good things about this player as a entry level and a serious competitor again music hall's entry level and even rega's. Those are all selling for over $400. Now i plan to buy a really nice cartridge for the denon, not to sure yet what i want, but im leaning towards Grace or shure..

Honestly, I don't have tons of money to dish out for a rega. I have about $300 to spend on a record player, because i have to buy a receiver again as well. The denon is a belt drive system. Also, im trying to stay away from the dj type turntables..

How come?

So im torn between two here and i want your guys opinion. Technics SL 1900 Full Automatic Direct Drive Turntable Specifications : -::- 1977 vintage -::- Stylus Sure SX R47XT -::- Side lever-type on / off and up / down switches -::- Speeds : 33 and 45 rpm with 5% pitch control and strobe plinth markings -::- Anti-skating variable settings -::- Platter : aluminium with rubber mat in good condition -::- Wow & Flutter : 0.03% [+/- 0.042%]Din 45507 weighted -::- Rumble : -73dB Din45-530 B weighted -::- Dimensions [ W x H x D ] : 430 x 137 x 334mm -::- Weight : 7.2kg or 16 Lbs Denon DP-300F Fully Automatic Turntable Denon DP-300F Features: # Aluminum diecast platter # Built-in phono preamp # Belt-drive system with DC servo motor # Dynamic balance tonearm with universal mount # Fully automatic operation # Manual lifter mechanism # Replaceable moving-magnet cartridge included # Hinged dustcover # Minor assembly required # Speeds: 33 and 45rpm # Wow & flutter: 0.10% # Weight: 12.13lbs # 17-1/16"Wx4-13/16"Hx15"D # Warranty: 2 years

What are some good places to buy "New" turntables. I know of needledoctor.com and then the manufactures websites You guys got any that you would reccomend?

Well, i wouldnt just buy from anyone of course. Some of the items on ebay are from sellers with over thousands of positive reviews and how they do such a good job in packaging it. They also include insurance.

what about this one? Technics-Turntable-SLBD20 http://www.needledoctor.com/Technics-Turntable-SLBD20D

Seems like technics is preferred on here, I'll have to consider the one i picked. I really do like the Denon, especially that it's belt driven.

I agree with that statement.

I had one, i wasent happy with it actually. Then it broke on my last month, hence why im buying a new one lol

Im trying to decide on which player to get. I have a very nice set up and need something that's going to have good sound. I've narrowed it down to a few. Any advice would be great! Technics SL 1900 Full Automatic Direct Drive Turntable W/ Sure Cartridge ($200) Denon DP-300F Fully Automatic Analog Turntable ($250ppd) Technics SL-BD20 Automatic Turntable ($80) Obviously the technics are both from the 1970's and they are on ebay, they are very good condition. The denon is brand new and im leaning towards that one. Thoughts?