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[afterlife2]

Interesting test:

Budget shootout:

 

[KenM10759]

I had found that last video just the other day, as it's the one I directed at my son so he could learn all of that important info and be more competent and confident with his new-to-him turntable. Very good one.

 

[afterlife2]

My cartridge and stylus showed up yesterday from Amazon. My belt & headshell should be here by tomorrow. Can't wait to hook everything up to my new used Yamaha reciever, DCM speakers, and Pioneer TT tomorrow night. I also ordered the praised AT110e(correction it's a AT3600L) cart for 12 bucks on fleabay should be here in two weeks. Rah.

 

[Mikado463]

afterlife, thanks for the informative links !

Keep us posted as to how all your new 'goodies' sound !

 

[Pogre]

My cartridge and stylus showed up yesterday from Amazon. My belt & headshell should be here by tomorrow. Can't wait to hook everything up to my new used Yamaha reciever, DCM speakers, and Pioneer TT tomorrow night. I also ordered the praised AT110e cart for 12 bucks on fleabay should be here in two weeks. Rah.

You cobbled together a decent little stand alone vinyl setup with minimal cost pretty fast! Stuff like this is as fun to follow as big budget full on HT builds, lol.

 

[Mikado463]

You cobbled together a decent little stand alone vynil setup with minimal cost pretty fast! Stuff like this is as fun to follow as big budget full on HT builds, lol.

agreed, amen to that !

 

[lovinthehd]

My cartridge and stylus showed up yesterday from Amazon. My belt & headshell should be here by tomorrow. Can't wait to hook everything up to my new used Yamaha reciever, DCM speakers, and Pioneer TT tomorrow night. I also ordered the praised AT110e cart for 12 bucks on fleabay should be here in two weeks. Rah.

You can teleport back to the 70s soon!

 

[afterlife2]

Thanks guys I actually picked up some more minty 14 LP's(Jazz, Pop, Rock & Classical) for $1 each tonight at my local goodwill after work. I will post some pics once I get everything together.

 

[Mikado463]

Thanks guys I actually picked up some more minty 14 LP's(Jazz, Pop, Rock & Classical) for $1 each tonight at my local goodwill after work. I will post some pics once I get everything together.

excellent, I forgot, if you mentioned it before, what is your cleaning method ?

 

[afterlife2]

excellent, I forgot, if you mentioned it before, what is your cleaning method ?

Hi Mikado! I cleaned my TT with a soft cloth and used water and alcohol and now it looks almost new. If you notice the lid in the back are broken. You can see the pieces missing in the back, but it's OK not noticeable and maybe later on I can get a new cover. It really cleaned up well it was real dirty and the belt was stale and in pieces. Records I clean with water and a soft cloth if needed. This is a joy for me getting it back to work. I forgot I need to get a table. Back to the thrift furniture store to get one.

 

[Mikado463]

Records I clean with water and a soft cloth if needed. This is a joy for me getting it back to work. I forgot I need to get a table. Back to the thrift furniture store to get one.

Ok, when it comes to cleaning LP's tap water is generally considered a no-no. Distilled is much preferred. At a minimum I suggest you get a 'spin clean' or at least this cheaper variant ...........

Amazon.com: Studebaker Vinyl Record Cleaning System with Cleaning Solution and Soft Pads Record Washer Complete Kit All Included

Buy Studebaker Vinyl Record Cleaning System with Cleaning Solution and Soft Pads Record Washer Complete Kit All Included: Everything Else - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

Most of the commercial cleaning fluids along with a distilled water rinse do a fine job.

Cleanliness is next to Godliness when it comes to enjoying your Lp's !

 

[afterlife2]

Ok, when it comes to cleaning LP's tap water is generally considered a no-no. Distilled is much preferred. At a minimum I suggest you get a 'spin clean' or at least this cheaper variant ...........

Amazon.com: Studebaker Vinyl Record Cleaning System with Cleaning Solution and Soft Pads Record Washer Complete Kit All Included

Buy Studebaker Vinyl Record Cleaning System with Cleaning Solution and Soft Pads Record Washer Complete Kit All Included: Everything Else - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

Most of the commercial cleaning fluids along with a distilled water rinse do a fine job.

Cleanliness is next to Godliness when it comes to enjoying your Lp's !

Whoa thanks man. I always wanted one of those. That is a great deal. I might pick one up soon. Gotta get some bills paid first. I'll probably also get a duster. This month has been good to me and I am so grateful. The rest of the year was bad cause I have a sick family member. Hopefully 2020 will be as good as Dec for me and all my audioholics family.

 

[Mikado463]

also you'll want one of these for the before playing .....

Amazon.com: AudioQuest LP record clean brush: Musical Instruments

Amazon.com: AudioQuest LP record clean brush: Musical Instruments

www.amazon.com

and one of these for keeping your stylus clean .........

Amazon.com: Diskeeper Stylus Brush: Musical Instruments

Amazon.com: Diskeeper Stylus Brush: Musical Instruments

www.amazon.com

 

[afterlife2]

You saved me a search TY Mikado! In cart for future purchase.

 

[Alex2507]

You cobbled together a decent little stand alone vinyl setup with minimal cost pretty fast!

It's the Hipster Starter Pack. Turn table, Bose speakers ... now he just needs a pack of smokes.

You saved me a search TY Mikado! In cart for future purchase.

Search eBay for the TLS recommended Cecil E. Watts Dust Bug. After I got one, I gave my other brushes away, including the one linked above.

 

[3db]

My son-inlaw bought me this..

and this finally arrived from England...

I now have all 4 of the Garage Punk Unknown volumes.

 

[afterlife2]

It's the Hipster Starter Pack. Turn table, DCM/Boston speakers ... now he just needs a pack of rolling paper.



Search eBay for the TLS recommended Cecil E. Watts Dust Bug. After I got one, I gave my other brushes away, including the one linked above.

Fixed it for you. Yeah I want the Cecil for a long time. Bills gotta be paid first. Man can't wait to hook everything up tonight!!!

 

[afterlife2]

Getting static sound after alignment. Hmmm I guess better check youtube. Unless someone had a similar problem. Edit. Nevermind headphone jack was not in right. Too tired to hook up speakers.

 

[afterlife2]

Hi Guys turntable only getting sound on the left side and faintly on the right. Checked cable and they are good. The cartridge is connected wired wise correctly. Any trouble shooting tips?

 

[Mikado463]

headphone jack issues again ?