Green Tea Papi Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 Hi there I need some help choosing a real turntable. I currently own a 'Crosley CR6005A', I'm content with the sound of the table and it works fine, but I've heard I should ditch it if I want some real sound, I have it hooked to surround sound and it sounds good but I know it could be better. Here are the tables I've been considering a 'Marantz 6300' or a 'Pioneer 500 and something' I really Like to vintage wood finish on these turntables, but I'm aware of the problems that can come from buying a used turntable, I was playing to replace the Cartage to ensure pro sound but I know this will not get get rid of all the problems that can arise with a used deck. so I was thinking of a 'Pro-Ject 2Xperience' or a 'Pro-Ject Debut' as I've heard nothing but good things about these tables. Though the counter weight, arm balancing, and all the other gadgets seem intimating and not for a beginner. Though I really like the minimalism look of the tables. What do you recommend? And could if you do recommend I'd like it if the table had a look similar to those tables referenced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thadco Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 Cool moustache. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock N Roll Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 Keep the Crosley. Top of the line right there. in other news, Satan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streetwaves Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 You want a vintage turntable with a wood plinth? You should look at Thorens. While Marantz is known for its receivers---not so much for turntables. Same goes for Pioneer. If you're not married to a wooden plinth, I would track down a Technics MKII 1200. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3arl Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Counter weight and anti skate shit on a Pro Ject table is really easy, so don't let that deter you form them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uniquemel0dy Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Why not just keep the Crosley? They are hip and sold at Urban Outfitters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajxd Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 While Marantz is known for its receivers---not so much for turntables. Ummm you're mistaken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
californiaflow Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Do you have to have a wooden plinth? If not, keep an eye for Technics SL-1900/1700/1500/1200. Duels, Thorens, and Marantz tables are usually nice, as well. Might even be able to sell that Crosley to a hipster on Craigslist/eBay to offset the cost of your vintage table. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jase Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 You're in England. Get a rega planar 2. The original has a wooden plinth. And it'll sound much better than the crosley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streetwaves Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Ummm you're mistaken. Based on the research I've done regarding turntables, Marantz made an okay to decent turntable but there many turntables that out perform the Marantz models---especially when considering cost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thefinalsound Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 While setting up a turntable can see daunting, it is totally doable with a little research. I would recommend this dvd as a great starting point for understanding what it takes to get a table setup properly: http://www.needledoctor.com/Michael-Fremer-Turntable-Set-Up-DVD You would also need a alignment protractor to accurately mount a cartridge. These can be printed at home from pdf's, or perhaps more accurate would be purchasing one. The dvd and various video's on youtube cover how to use one to mount your cart: http://www.needledoctor.com/Ortofon-Cartridge-Alignment-Gauge On the other hand if you buy a Debut Carbon it will come mounted with a pretty good cartridge, one which you can swap out the stylus to upgrade it without even having to realign. One other advantage over the vintage tables you mentioned is that these newer tables are mechanically very simple with very few parts, all of which you could easily service yourself if you needed to replace anything. The older direct drive tables typically have auto cue and auto return, which while nice features do give more potential for things going wrong in a way that you cannot easily fix yourself. Green Tea Papi 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trevorxramage Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 I really really hate you teenageeric. blanchardoswald 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gabpower Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 Hello TeenageEric. Don't let retarded posters push you away from learning more about audio and vinyl records. We've all started somewhere and those rude folks forgot about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trevorxramage Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 Hello TeenageEric. Don't let retarded posters push you away from learning more about audio and vinyl records. We've all started somewhere and those rude folks forgot about it. The dude is a troll. I haven't forgotten anything I just don't like trolls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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