1madraven Posted May 7, 2021 Share Posted May 7, 2021 Upgraded my turntable from a audiotechnica lp160bt to a fluance bt85. Looking for a proper way to set it up. I have neumi bs5 speakers. What external preamp would be a good option, and is there anything else I will need? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchard Posted May 7, 2021 Share Posted May 7, 2021 Are the BS5s powered or passive? If they are powered, all you would need is the preamp. If passive, you'll need an amp as well. I've been using one of these for awhile now and am quite happy with it. Swapped the tubes out for the recommended GE 5654W set though. For the price, I'm convinced this can't be beat. https://www.amazon.com/Fosi-Audio-Preamplifier-Phonograph-Pre-Amplifier/dp/B07XNTHHBP/ 1madraven 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1madraven Posted May 7, 2021 Author Share Posted May 7, 2021 My speakers are passive, could you kindly recommend an amplifier to go with this setup. Thanks 😊 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchard Posted May 7, 2021 Share Posted May 7, 2021 1 hour ago, 1madraven said: My speakers are passive, could you kindly recommend an amplifier to go with this setup. Thanks 😊 That really depends on your budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1madraven Posted May 8, 2021 Author Share Posted May 8, 2021 13 hours ago, mitchard said: That really depends on your budget. Well I would like to keep the price as low as possible for now as I am just getting into the game. Could I get a decent one between $100-$200? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-Bon Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 get a 2 channel reciever with a phono input like this https://www.amazon.com/Sony-STRDH190-Stereo-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B078WFDR8D/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Receiver+with+Phono+Input&qid=1620595362&sr=8-3 im assuming you will be using a moving magnet cart (MM) .??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1madraven Posted May 10, 2021 Author Share Posted May 10, 2021 2 hours ago, A-Bon said: get a 2 channel reciever with a phono input like this https://www.amazon.com/Sony-STRDH190-Stereo-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B078WFDR8D/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Receiver+with+Phono+Input&qid=1620595362&sr=8-3 im assuming you will be using a moving magnet cart (MM) .??? It’s funny you mention that, I was actually checking out that receiver. The cartridge is a moving magnet cartridge if that matters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-Bon Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 perfect .. the phono pre in most stereo amps will only take MM .. good little receiver and ya setup will be nice and neat .. you may have to play with the grounding wire (ie connect or disconnect) if you get a hum 8 minutes ago, 1madraven said: It’s funny you mention that, I was actually checking out that receiver. The cartridge is a moving magnet cartridge if that matters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1madraven Posted May 10, 2021 Author Share Posted May 10, 2021 1 minute ago, A-Bon said: perfect .. the phono pre in most stereo amps will only take MM .. good little receiver and ya setup will be nice and neat .. you may have to play with the grounding wire (ie connect or disconnect) if you get a hum That’s what I will go with. I appreciate it, thanks!🙂 A-Bon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchard Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 19 hours ago, A-Bon said: get a 2 channel reciever with a phono input like this https://www.amazon.com/Sony-STRDH190-Stereo-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B078WFDR8D/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Receiver+with+Phono+Input&qid=1620595362&sr=8-3 im assuming you will be using a moving magnet cart (MM) .??? And with this option, you won't need the preamp. You could also scope out local thrift stores and find something cheap with a phono input. It would at least get the job done as you save for something nicer A-Bon and 1madraven 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Robert Posted July 9 Share Posted July 9 (edited) On 5/7/2021 at 7:22 PM, 1madraven said: Upgraded my turntable from a audiotechnica lp160bt to a fluance bt85. Looking for a proper way to set it up. I have neumi bs5 speakers. What external preamp would be a good option, and is there anything else I will need? Many people talk so well about quality/price of the iFi audio ZEN Phono. Never tried but I'm tempted Edited July 9 by Dr Robert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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