kforkevin777 Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Got shipping confirmation today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horrorbusiness138 Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Come payday next week I think I'm going to finally bite on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kforkevin777 Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Come payday next week I think I'm going to finally bite on this. Nice! Which one are you getting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drownmeinestrogen Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Personally, I'd go for the Technics all day. Those things are built like tanks. The Orbit is made of mostly plastic, and don't even have a cue lever. Don't get me wrong, the Orbit is a great Crosley alternative. But once the price gets up to around $400, you'd be doing yourself a disservice if you don't consider the alternatives at that price range. I've been going back and forth in my head about it and I'm starting to lean towards the Technics, but it will still be at least another week before I can get it, and it may be gone by then. We shall see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaviorSelf Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 I've been going back and forth in my head about it and I'm starting to lean towards the Technics, but it will still be at least another week before I can get it, and it may be gone by then. We shall see. Yeah definitely. If youre going to spend 400 on a u-turn, you should definitely shop around other tables in the price range. Technics are ALWAYS available. Not sure where youre located but check craigslist. There are always people who thought they were going to be the next dj premier or shadow selling their technics off in mint condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mameeshkamowskwoz Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Just poking my head in this thread to give U-Turn an a plus on the customer service front. I emailed them because I was getting some warbly pitches when playing and it was most noticeable in sustained piano sections/notes. They sent me an email back within 30 minutes and asked me about three questions: Where is the table? in sunlight, near heat/on top of other components? - no What's the serial number? If you take off the platter and spin the spindle, does it spin freely? - The spindle wasn't spinning freely. That pretty much diagnosed the problem. They emailed me back the next day after I got back to them with the feedback to their questions and let me know that they're sending me a replacement spindle for free and also a new belt because they felt that they'd improved the belt design since I'd received mine. I can't recommend them enough! Plus, prior to this issue last week I've had zero problems with the table and had been completely satisfied. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaviorSelf Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Thats one of the reasons people should have held off until the next model. Theyre already sending out newer belt designs. Everyone who ordered one should get one then IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drownmeinestrogen Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Yeah definitely. If youre going to spend 400 on a u-turn, you should definitely shop around other tables in the price range. Technics are ALWAYS available. Not sure where youre located but check craigslist. There are always people who thought they were going to be the next dj premier or shadow selling their technics off in mint condition. I live near Charlotte, NC, and I check Craigslist at least once a day, and haven't seen any single 1200s available, usually it's people trying to sell two as a set with a mixer, which I have absolutely 0 interest in, honestly. I'm gonna see if I can gather around the extra $200 before my U Turn ships, and if so, I'll probably be grabbing that 1200. Trying to figure out the best route as far as setup goes too, with the U Turn I was planning to go with the ART DJ Pre II plus Audioengine A2s as that's what the guys at U Turn suggested, but I've seen a couple vintage receivers on sale on Craigslist that are mighty tempting. There's a Marantz 2238 that's listed at $225 only issue being some static in the volume control, and there's also a Pioneer SX-950 which is much more costly at $475, but has been professionally serviced. I was also looking into the PM-6004. Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Questhate Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 That's a bit pricey on the 2238 especially one that has issues, but then again vintage receivers aren't the bargains they used to be. The SX-950 is a great receiver, and I actually prefer them to Marantz's in general. If you got a vintage receiver, what speakers are you looking into? For a really decent set, you should see if Dennis Murphy has anymore of his Affordable Accuracy Speaker in stock. I think they're 150/pair at philharmonicaudio.com Personally, for a nice budget system that's based around an active speaker, I'd probably go turntable --> Schiit Mani --> (Schiit SYS preamp if you want that function) --> Emotiva Airmotiv 4s/5s/6s (depending on budget). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drownmeinestrogen Posted July 2, 2014 Share Posted July 2, 2014 My budget is more a time constraint than a monetary one, but $400 is kinda pushing it for the setup in all honesty, though I can stretch it if i gotta. My goal is to get my setup finalized by early August because I have a relative (and fellow vinyl enthusiast) visiting for a week or so then. I know that budget isn't gonna land me anything great, but I'm just looking for a decent start for now. Couple years down the line I'll probably upgrade and go crazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twbranch Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 MKA, I live about an hour north (Winston Salem) of you and can keep an eye on locally if you like. I have seen a few Technics around here for less than 400 from time to time. This is not to deter you from the UTurn. I like that TT and recommend it highly. The detractors are probably mad they paid 500 for a similar model and now there is one for 150. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kforkevin777 Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 WOOHOO. My table was delivered today. So stoked to get home from work now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aju2streets Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 So my turntable is out of direct sunlight but it gets pretty hot out in CA and on days when its hot the belt seems to stretch and cause major speed issues. Is there a way to shrink the belt so it fits tighter on the table? I read that boiling might work but I thought it would stretch because of the heat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielJ Posted July 5, 2014 Share Posted July 5, 2014 Thats one of the reasons people should have held off until the next model. Theyre already sending out newer belt designs. Everyone who ordered one should get one then IMO.This is interesting. What does the new belt design look like?Edit: Sorry, this question should be directed at mameeshkamowskwoz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aju2streets Posted July 5, 2014 Share Posted July 5, 2014 Should I bother them to see if I could get a replacement belt then? My last post "So my turntable is out of direct sunlight but it gets pretty hot out in CA and on days when its hot the belt seems to stretch and cause major speed issues. Is there a way to shrink the belt so it fits tighter on the table? I read that boiling might work but I thought it would stretch because of the heat." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mertzrock Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 I ordered on April 7th and it arrived here on July 3rd...12 weeks, but WELL worth the wait...very smooth and natural sounding with very light mods on the TT (upgraded AT cart with custom cork mat and some isonodes beneath each footing.)Highly Recommended!! I've spun reissues of The Smashing Pumpkins' 'Gish' and the 20th Anniv pressing of 'Illmatic' by Nas -- both sound very lively and separated without being too bottom heavy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicFade Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Just poking my head in this thread to give U-Turn an a plus on the customer service front. I emailed them because I was getting some warbly pitches when playing and it was most noticeable in sustained piano sections/notes. They sent me an email back within 30 minutes and asked me about three questions: Where is the table? in sunlight, near heat/on top of other components? - no What's the serial number? If you take off the platter and spin the spindle, does it spin freely? - The spindle wasn't spinning freely. That pretty much diagnosed the problem. They emailed me back the next day after I got back to them with the feedback to their questions and let me know that they're sending me a replacement spindle for free and also a new belt because they felt that they'd improved the belt design since I'd received mine. I can't recommend them enough! Plus, prior to this issue last week I've had zero problems with the table and had been completely satisfied. Had this identical issue and it took three weeks for me to get it. I finally got fed up, cleaned out the inside of the spindle and it worked great after that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aju2streets Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Just poking my head in this thread to give U-Turn an a plus on the customer service front. I emailed them because I was getting some warbly pitches when playing and it was most noticeable in sustained piano sections/notes. They sent me an email back within 30 minutes and asked me about three questions: Where is the table? in sunlight, near heat/on top of other components? - no What's the serial number? If you take off the platter and spin the spindle, does it spin freely? - The spindle wasn't spinning freely. That pretty much diagnosed the problem. They emailed me back the next day after I got back to them with the feedback to their questions and let me know that they're sending me a replacement spindle for free and also a new belt because they felt that they'd improved the belt design since I'd received mine. I can't recommend them enough! Plus, prior to this issue last week I've had zero problems with the table and had been completely satisfied. So I had the same problem with the warping and the platter not spinning sometimes on the 33 setting and they are doing the exact same thing. They are sending me a new spindle and belt. I thought it was the belt that was stretching because of heat but they said it was the spindle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aju2streets Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Had this identical issue and it took three weeks for me to get it. I finally got fed up, cleaned out the inside of the spindle and it worked great after that. How'd you take the spindle off? Did you unscrew the screws on the top of the table around the spindle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aleon Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 I had the same problem too and received the replacement spindle and belt. You just pull up the spindle part up and it pops right off, no need to unscrew anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drownmeinestrogen Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 WOOHOO. My table was delivered today. So stoked to get home from work now. How's it been treating you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aju2streets Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 I got the replacement spindle today and its back to working perfectly again. It has an almost magnetic quality to it when you put it on the table? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kforkevin777 Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 How's it been treating you? So I got mine during the week I was moving so I only got to listen to one or two records on it before I had a one week trip. While I was in Orlando I scored a copy of Saves the Day's Under the Boards on green for $15 and am listening to it now. I'm no audiophile or stereo guru, but it sounds fucking phenomenal. Leaps and bounds ahead of what I had. I'm gonna spin a couple more albums tonight and see how it goes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drownmeinestrogen Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 So I got mine during the week I was moving so I only got to listen to one or two records on it before I had a one week trip. While I was in Orlando I scored a copy of Saves the Day's Under the Boards on green for $15 and am listening to it now. I'm no audiophile or stereo guru, but it sounds fucking phenomenal. Leaps and bounds ahead of what I had. I'm gonna spin a couple more albums tonight and see how it goes! Good to hear! I ended up canceling my order in favor of the Technics, however I still may get a basic down the line. I'd like to be able to have a backup turntable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kforkevin777 Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Good to hear! I ended up canceling my order in favor of the Technics, however I still may get a basic down the line. I'd like to be able to have a backup turntable. The basic definitely seems like a good choice for the backup! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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