x54badfish46x Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 I am trying to decide whether to purchase an atlp120 which I can buy now, to replace a crosley, which I dread even using at all. Or should I try and continue saving for a pro-ject debut carbon dc. I know the answer is kind of obvious but the time that I wait to save up for the project I would be left with the crosley and I'm afraid I am damaging my records with it. aflycon and chuck 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aarondltd Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 Do digital while you wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
x54badfish46x Posted June 7, 2015 Author Share Posted June 7, 2015 So would you say that the crosley cr704 is damaging my records irreparably, with say 5 to 10 plays per record? And so in the meantime I should just listen to cds or digital files and retire my records until I have a decent table. aarondltd 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rynflnnry Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 its a good table Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyFrosted Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 I've had an ATLP120 the ntire time I've been collecting records, I know I'll upgrade at some point but there's absolutely nothing wrong with it. It's a fine machine especially for a beginner (like I was) who doesn't need to do anything crazy. Setup was extremely simple, adjustable tone arm and counterweight, can play 78's and comes with a center adapter, dust cover, USB thing if you're into vinyl rips. Never had a problem. webdoggy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YouTwo Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 You could look at a U-Turn Orbit in that price range too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allenh Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 I've had an ATLP120 the ntire time I've been collecting records, I know I'll upgrade at some point but there's absolutely nothing wrong with it. It's a fine machine especially for a beginner (like I was) who doesn't need to do anything crazy. Setup was extremely simple, adjustable tone arm and counterweight, can play 78's and comes with a center adapter, dust cover, USB thing if you're into vinyl rips. Never had a problem. What he said. There's nothing particularly wrong with them apart from the on-board phono stage and you can switch that out. They hold their money quite well so you can move it on when you have enough money to upgrade but it will do a perfectly good job if you keep it. Your other option is a Uturn as has been suggested already or a used older Project, Rega or similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mappingtheyears Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 The first record player I bought was an AT-LP120. I was honestly really pleased with it. There are definitely people out there that will tell you they are shit, but I'd say it's one of the better low-end tables for sure. Leagues better than any Crosley anyway. I had mine for about two years before I ended up buying a Debut Carbon. Looking back, I probably should've saved some more money at the time and just went with the Debut Carbon, but I did enjoy the features of the AT-LP120 while I had it, plus the built-in pre-amp allowed me to save some money while I was getting into the hobby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freki Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Here's a dude who runs a comparison against the Debut Carbon and Uturn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tardcore Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 People bring up that article all the time. His comparison doesn't take into account the discounted street price of the Debut Carbon and that people who endorse the LP-120 usually suggest replacing the cart right away. After you take those items into account, it's basically a wash and you should probably spend a few bucks more for the better table. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YouTwo Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Here's a dude who runs a comparison against the Debut Carbon and Uturn. Keep in mind they reviewed a defective U-Turn. They have since fixed the bearings and the belt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
himynameisdk Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 You're going to end up wanting to upgrade so save yourself some money and skip the LP120 and get a debut carbon or a mmf 2.2. piky0032 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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