randysxe Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 this may be a silly question but.....is there a difference in any way from a home turntable unit, and a "dj" turntable unit, besides that some arent automatic...i was checking out the stanton t.50 and numark 1600 at guitar center, and they seem to be pretty much the same (as home units), even the manual shows to hook up to home receiver....any thoughts or help??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxmartinxx Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 Most DJ turntables are direct drive, meaning the motor sits right under the platter and makes it rotate. This can add "wow and flutter" and vibrations which ruin the soundstage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randysxe Posted May 19, 2008 Author Share Posted May 19, 2008 Most DJ turntables are direct drive, meaning the motor sits right under the platter and makes it rotate. This can add "wow and flutter" and vibrations which ruin the soundstage. so if a dj table is belt drive, then it should be ok??...because i found a few that are and they seem like they would work great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxmartinxx Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 I guess it would be better. The good thing with the DJ tables, they allow you to change your cartridge and set your tracking force. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosmonaut Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 I didn't think that DJ tables could be belt driven. I thought that the direct drive was the only way to enable scratching, but I could be wrong. Either way, if you're not a DJ, don't get a DJ table. They are convenient, but you're paying for features that you won't use (like variable pitch). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randysxe Posted May 19, 2008 Author Share Posted May 19, 2008 I guess it would be better. The good thing with the DJ tables, they allow you to change your cartridge and set your tracking force. so basically besides what has been stated above( some arent belt drive), there really is no difference, and the plus is you can change cartridges and adjustments!!....right??....thanks for the help man, i really appreciate it i am thinking about buying one of these, both belt drives: stanton t.50: http://www.guitarcenter.com/Stanton-T-50X-Belt-Drive-Turntable-103052932-i1155828.gc or numark TT1600MKII http://www.guitarcenter.com/Numark-TT1600MKII-Fusion-Series-Turntable-801240-i1155609.gc out of curiosity, what is wow and flutter?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randysxe Posted May 19, 2008 Author Share Posted May 19, 2008 I didn't think that DJ tables could be belt driven. I thought that the direct drive was the only way to enable scratching, but I could be wrong.Either way, if you're not a DJ, don't get a DJ table. They are convenient, but you're paying for features that you won't use (like variable pitch). i tend to agree, but the two i pointed out seem to be better than anything else for about $100 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melikecheese Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 I guess it would be better. The good thing with the DJ tables, they allow you to change your cartridge and set your tracking force. so basically besides what has been stated above( some arent belt drive), there really is no difference, and the plus is you can change cartridges and adjustments!!....right??....thanks for the help man, i really appreciate it i am thinking about buying one of these, both belt drives: stanton t.50: http://www.guitarcenter.com/Stanton-T-50X-Belt-Drive-Turntable-103052932-i1155828.gc or numark TT1600MKII http://www.guitarcenter.com/Numark-TT1600MKII-Fusion-Series-Turntable-801240-i1155609.gc out of curiosity, what is wow and flutter?? I recommend you pony up a little bit more and get something else. These are going to be kinda junkie, hollow plastic tables. Try buying a nice used one. I have a few friends with similar tables and they are not too bad, just kinda cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randysxe Posted May 19, 2008 Author Share Posted May 19, 2008 one last question...i was reading some stuff online about turntables....is there any truth in staright arms ruining your records opposed to curved or s arms? anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randysxe Posted May 20, 2008 Author Share Posted May 20, 2008 ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manicdogbert Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 one last question...i was reading some stuff online about turntables....is there any truth in staright arms ruining your records opposed to curved or s arms?anyone? this is supposed to be true. but i haven't read up on it. but reminds me that i need to buy a new turntable soon. hahahaha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martyk36 Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I have a gemini TT-01 Belt drive. It's a DJ table, but they'll only run you like $100 and for the price I think it's a damn good deal. There are some features that you probably won't use but for the $$ I think it's a pretty good table. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sherlock Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 i have a dj turntable that's belt-drive. i dig it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericxthexred Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 i like my dj table i have for two reason... its direct drive and if anything breaks its SUPER easy to replace. my old belt driven table had two belts break, and it was a pain to get the new one and replace it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxmartinxx Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 If your platter stops moving on a direct drive system, you need to replace the motor, which is a lot more expensive than a $10 belt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sherlock Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 If your platter stops moving on a direct drive system, you need to replace the motor, which is a lot more expensive than a $10 belt. my feelings exactly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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