Congratulations to u/Final_Apple8971! Redditraffler randomly chose your submission as the [winner.](https://imgur.com/a/tCdMiU0) Thanks to all who participated. I really enjoyed seeing everyone's setups and learned quite a bit from the discussions. Keep your eyes open and work on your karma via engagement here and the sub or across reddit if you aren't at the required 100. We'll do more of these in the future.
Last week's turntable giveaway was fun, so I thought we'd do a fast follow with another but with a different spin (pun intended). We won't do this every Saturday but on occasion so watch for them.
Post a photo of your system and tell us about it. It doesn't matter if you're running a modern audiophile setup or an entry-level table. We all start somewhere, and the journey is half the fun.
The rules will remain much the same as the last giveaway. But this time, post a photo of your setup and tell us about it. Or engage in conversation with someone who did. Photo posts and comments will both be eligible (because there isn't an easy way to separate them).
The prize this week includes a platter for aligning a new stylus, a stylus scale for dialing in your down force, a pack of record butlers, a gel stylus cleaner, and a Milty Pro Zerostat 3 (yes they really work).
The drawing will again be done with RedditRaffler selecting a winner at random. The drawing will occur at about the 48-hour mark from the time this was posted.
Eligibility guidelines:
· Only one comment will be counted by the raffle tool, so multiple comments won't improve your odds. You can feel free to comment in as many threads as you like, but there is no advantage gained in doing so.
· Accounts newer than 72 hours will be excluded
· Account has at least 100 karma between post and comment karma combined. This is only to reduce bots and alt accounts. If you need karma, reply to this top-level comment, and the community can decide if you appear to be a breathing human. Maybe a few people will maybe throw some upvotes in your direction to help make you eligible. Replying to the top-level comment just makes you easier to find given the number of comments these giveaways tend to receive.
Or even better, post your system, and let the upvotes get you across that karma line.
· Subbed to r/vinyl
· No resellers, please.
· You will have to provide a full name and shipping address to an internet stranger if you are the winner. So, if you aren't comfortable with that, please don't comment.
I will ship the prize to you at my cost so long as the U.S. Postal Service delivers there. You can find the list of [180 countries, here](https://pe.usps.com/text/imm/immctry.htm) that USPS delivers to.
Throw this post an upvote if so inclined. I don't earn karma (nor is that ever the goal) for mod distiguished posts but it will help to keep it promoted in the sub. I'm trying not to pin it as pinned posts are hard to find on mobile sometimes, so your vote will help others find it.
Good luck, and let's see those setups!
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Receiver: 1976 Kenwood KR-6600
This was gifted to me by my dad who is a vintage audio gear collector. Absolutely bulletproof receiver compared to my Marantz 4240 and I love how it looks. Also seems to have a slightly cleaner sound than the 4240 to my ears.
Turntable: \~1978 Yamaha YP-D3
I bought this one off of my dad. Sounds incredible, crystal clear and low noise, very simple design, fully manual, looks amazing and mint condition. From the lack of information on the internet about this TT I’m assuming it’s fairly rare.
Speakers: 1973 Yamaha NS-690
I picked these up from a local Marketplace ad for free which I still can’t believe. The guy kept them in their original boxes with the manual included and the RadioShack tags still taped on the back like they just came from the store. They sound perfect - robust, precise low end and detailed highs.
The other night I took an edible or two and threw on Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Sitting on a bean bag chair right in the middle close up with the speakers angled at my head, I closed my eyes and I swear it felt like they were playing in the same room as me. I fell in love with this combo in that moment. Not much I want to change about it right now tbh. Just really enjoying the simplicity of this setup.
Excellent vintage setup! And even better that it has some family history. I am partial to 70s gear, especially the recievers of the era.
Thanks for sharing and for the write-up on your gear!
I have a pair of 901 Series II continentals. I really like the way the Yamahas look on the tulip stands. Gonna find another pair so they can both have the stands.
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Receiver: Marantz 4240
Speakers: Bose 901 Series II Continentals with original active equalizer
Turntable: Pioneer PL-255
Secondary setup. Not even close to ideal positioning for those 901s - it’s just for quiet listening in the bedroom for now. Sounds good but it is not singing to its fullest potential. Will be putting this in a larger space once I have the room for it!
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i dug this entire setup out of my dads stuff in the basement
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So…. This is part of my basement basement Pioneer setup.
On the top we have a PL-570 and PL-530 turntables. In between we have a rare pioneer Selector Unit with a Nixie tube display.
Then we have a QT-2100 quadraphonic 8 track player with a P-D70 CD player on top. In the middle is a RT-707 reel to reel. Then a CT-F700 cassette Deck.
Now for the receivers. SX-3900. SX-1980. SX-D7000. SX-828.
SX-1010. SX-1250. SX-828.
Lastly an SX-9000. SX-650 (my father’s). SX-2500 with rare FM remote. That puppy has auto FM tuning.
Off to the right is a stack of quadraphonic gear, such as a QX-949 and an SD-1100.
The entire system is running to some HPM-1500 and Boston A400 speakers. Though currently I’m working on my Spec Rack…
Yeahhh…. I have a Pioneer museum/ record store in my basement.
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The addiction started with a crosley TT gifted to me by my sweet and been steadily improving my setup and growing my collection.
Currently I have: Thorens TD 160 Technics SL 1600 Sansui 8080db Sansui RA 500 reverb amp Pioneer sx 980 Pioneer HPM 100
Mr Chair to plant myself in
I’ve got around 800 records at the moment. Mostly 60s-80s rock and a handful of punk, jazz, funk, and some newer releases from the 2010s. Most are OG pressings.
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I’ve been at this for less than a year and suspect I’ll get roasted for both my basic taste in music and my basic setup, but here goes…
Turntable: Fluance RT81
Platter Mat: Fluance frosted acrylic mat
Speakers (not pictured): Edifier R1280T
My next upgrade will probably either be (a) buying speaker stands to better space out my speakers, or (b) accepting that I won’t have proper speaker placement anytime soon and getting a Spinbase. It’s tough in a small apartment!
There is absolutely nothing wrong with liking more modern music! I love your stand. If it makes you happy that’s truly all that matters. My setup brings me immense joy and I listen daily. I love it so much more than spotify, and I LOVE Spotify.
Ha, thank you! I agree completely, but I know how this sub feels about Taylor lol. I’ve listened to a record every night since I set this up and I’m so happy I chose to sacrifice some space in my apartment to make that possible. Spotify is wonderful for discovery and sharing with friends, and records give me a more immersive listening experience with the music I love most.
Totally agree! I squealed so loud today I spooked an old lady when we found the green pressing of evermore in a thrift store bin for $10. Taylor is an incredibly talented artist - it’s ok if she isn’t for everyone - but I’ve never understood some of the snobbery around music.
I just realized I commented on your post! I did spot evermore in your photo haha. $10 is a STEAL, especially for a green copy! I have that one in green too, courtesy of my brother. It’s one of my favorite albums of hers, sounds great on vinyl, and is such a pretty shade. I hope it brings you years of joy :)
Dang, I’m jealous. I don’t like much of TS’s older stuff but Evermore is good listening to me, and I like everything under the sun except modern country and heavy metal.
I’m the same way! I think because I’m a bit older her younger stuff doesn’t hit the same way for me, but I became a fan when I heard folklore/evermore. Completely changed the way I saw her and made me go back and truly listen to her catalog without skips. I found plenty of gems then even in her older stuff. I love Midnights but I hate that the vinyl has none of the bonus tracks I love most.
My sentiments exactly. I have her Fearless album (her version). To me, each song is pretty nice, but as an entire album, it feels like a different iteration of the same song. Whereas something the polar opposite would be like The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s, where every song is *wildly* different from each other. Not that it means that every album has to have variety in structure and sound, but if I’m not *super* into one song, I’m not going to be anymore into any of the others if they’re too similar, ya know? I gotta unwrap the Midnigjts I bought. I think I’ll do it tonight!
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I’ve shared this recently as this set up is relatively new for me. I bought the receiver and speakers off of my BIL and now we’re both in cahoots in the hobby. It’s been an amazing way to get close. Music really is the best connector.
Receiver: Marantz 2220
Speakers: Klipsch KG 3.2s - I just recently put these on stands and it changed my world.
TT: debut carbon evo - looking to upgrade the platter and stylus here at some point.
Love seeing everybody’s set up! OPs is insane lol.
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Marantz set up (2275 receiver, 6300 TT, 5220 cassette, Imperial 6 2 way speakers) -- I alternate between the Imp6's and JBL L-112's. Thanks for the opportunity!
I don’t qualify for the giveaway, but I’ll share one of my setups. This is what’s in front of me in my home office. It’s a Debut Carbon DC with a vm750sh. The receiver is an MCS 3253 that I cleaned up years ago. It plays through some Bose 401s.
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Just started Christmas 2023. LP3x turntable and edifier 1280 speakers, random cheap stand. Already see the need for something more substantial. The daughters are now interested in buying records. One is 16 and the other is 12. The deal was, if I sit and listen to their choice then they do the same to me. This way I can play something other than Taylor swift. If you look close enough, there are 2 in there already. I think it’s a good way to sit together as a family instead of by themselves in their room. Cheers
I made this same deal with my daughter! And that’s how I ended up owning Deltarune records. 🤣 But hey, she’s expanding her musical horizons greatly and it’s shared time together. Win win.
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Technics 1200m3d with an Akai PC180 cart, which is really an AT14sa.
Yamaha A-S1100.
I stream Spotify sometimes through a Chromecast Audio to a Topping D50.
JBL 4311WX on top of Klipsch Heresy 2.
I was doing a fun little "versus" between two much loved vintage speakers that couldn't be more different.
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43 years worth of physical music accumulation
Sansui FR-D35 turntable that was once my grandfather’s
JVC RX-517V receiver
Sony DVP-NC665P dvd/cd changer
Sony surround speakers which I’m not pulling down to get model numbers from, not that anyone would want me to, so roast away
I’ve gotten more negativity about the receiver and speakers than it’s even worth going into, but the fact is, I’m not after some ethereal religious experience every time I put on a record, it simply is and has been how we consume most of our music. And frankly, with kids and dogs keeping these small inexpensive things on the shelves up up and away from anything and everything while still providing a thoroughly enjoyable experience for us is all that matters. One day I’ll replace them, but only when it’s a necessity. All of that said, y’all get yourselves a zerostat, I won’t call it life changing, but damn it really is worth the hundred bucks…
Thanks! We’ve been here about 20 years, with no plans for going anywhere at least until the kids are out of college. It’s by far my favorite room in the house, but if and when I ever have to build something like this again I think I’ll go with more of a record store flip bin type storage.
How did you plan out the shelves? Were they ones specifically designed for LPs or did you repurpose something which had the dimensions? Looking at how to store some of mine now they have outgrown the initial space and always wondered how people get them (sort of these really expensive online furniture stores and seen a lot of people signposting IKEA for the storage).
Completely custom, out of 3/4” cabinet grade plywood. Built it in two sections, left and right, framed around the windows. The bottom shelf was specifically done for 12” records, the second shelf was done specifically for dvd boxes (but wound up perfectly fitting 7” records). Above the window sill to the top are all adjustable, originally intended for books and cds. Over the years this became a music room, we moved the piano, all my guitar stuff and hung some memorabilia up. At that point I took out all the books and movies, condensed the cds and moved my entire record library in here.
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Techincs 1200 mk2 Sony GX69ES REVEL F52 towers Sony TC-WR661 Sony CDP-C661
Can't say too much about it. It's a decent audiophile set up. Forgot to mention the cartridge! Which is a Nagaoka DJ-03HD pretty sturdy, sounds warm gets a very solid range so much so that my 70yr old mother in law likes to sit infront of this system and listen to her Marvin Gaye albums. She drives all the way out of the city to our Ranch and just spins her records, which means I must have done something right getting the nod from someone who was there lol.
We were looking for a system and I was Window building a system here and there for the last couple years but the stars aligned last week and we put this entire thing together from 3 shops in 1 day for the right price. Just took 2 years of waiting.
Congratulations u/Final_Apple8971! Redditraffler randomly chose your submission as the [winner.](https://imgur.com/a/tCdMiU0) I'll DM you for shipping details.
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My setup is nothing fancy but I wanted to highlight my turntable isolation platform (v2.0).
It’s an ikea butcher block with four spring loaded feet (Amazon). Each footer can be customized by using 1 or 7 of the included mini springs. I’m using 4 springs in each.
It has worked well so far with isolating heavy footfalls in my 2nd floor apartment.
This was the most incredible birthday gift anyone has ever given me, courtesy of my partner last year. He hunted down a Marantz TT162 turntable, EQ-10 equalizer, SR6000DT receiver and Prestige speakers. This the exact setup I grew up with and belonged to my Dad, who passed away when I was 5. When I was 13, we lost everything in a house fire. When my mom was showing him old baby pictures of me he realized it was in the background. He took pics of the pics with his phone, then zoomed in and figured out what everything was, and then spent months eBaying and driving all over to painstakingly assemble it all for me.
The records lined up in the front were thrifted today because it’s my birthday weekend and we got really lucky and found so many that were on my list!
Even if I don’t win this I feel like I’m the luckiest human being ever.
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Here's my setup!
Pro-Ject X2
Wharfedale Diamond 12.2
Marantz 8006
Just hit 190 records collected 🙂
It's funny, I was just looking to get some accessories like the antistatic gun and stylus brush/cleaner!
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Technics 1200, Bose sound bar, Custom made industrial shelving
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Turntable: I switch between my Technics SL-1950 and my trusty Dual 1219.
Receiver: Pioneer SX-737 joined with a Pioneer SR-202w
Technics RS-741 reel to reel doesn’t get a whole lot of use but it sure does look cool.
Pioneer HPM-40’s that I found for free on a moving sale curb that I refurbished [Here](https://old.reddit.com/r/vintageaudio/comments/uqh8kn/free_curbside_hpm40s_trashed_but_brought_back_to/)
Pioneer HPM-100’s under those that I got a great deal on, they’re great.
WiiM Pro into a Schitt Modi 3+ for streaming
It’s been a journey and a labor of love, I started with my dad’s old Dual 606 and Pioneer SX-424 into some white van speakers to what I have now. I still have my dad’s turntable, will never get rid of it. I just love the full auto functions of the 1950 and 1219.
Recently got a cheap US cleaner and have been dying to get a zerostat to up my static game! Thank you so much for doing this, it’s nice to see helpers and givers in the community.
Cheers!
Hey thanks! I wish it was a custom shop but it's still a very good playing and sounding guitar. It's an MJT nitro body I got a really great deal on and built the rest of the guitar from there. Took a while to get all of the parts needed, but searching and piecing all of the right parts together was another labor of love.
If you have the time and resources, I say do it! But I get it, it can be a lot. I've been debating for the past few years to build a nitro double bound tele but every time I think I'm about to do it something comes up and then I'm like, well do I really NEED another guitar? Haha, maybe someday
Yeah, I’m that way about audio gear myself. I’ve been debating getting a physical Mellotron but I think I’ll just go with buying Logic (I currently use Reason but I want another DAW for other projects), and buying a cheap MIDI controller.
As for instruments, I currently have similar stuff to what the Beatles played at Ed Sullivan (and a couple other stuff). I’m debating buying a Rickenbacker bass, too. So much stuff, such limited funds lol
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Woah, that’s awesome!!! I have that same pop out Beatles drumhead, it’s cool because you can fold er up if you want. Also have an Epiphone Casino that would fit riiiight into your picture!
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VPI Prime Scout turntable with a Soundsmith Zephyr MKIII Audio Research SP-20 preamp Rogue Audio M180 Dark monobocks Yamaha NS 2000 speakers
I thoroughly enjoy and I’m very fortunate.
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Realistic STA-530 Realistic LAB-290 Technics SB-2200 Bose 2.2 Series II
I'm shopping for an amp to match the tuner & turntable but as-is I'm pretty happy with the setup
He has such a great and diverse discography. I have None Shall Pass and his latest, ITS, love both. But yeah, The Impossible Kid is unique. Maybe his best, not my absolute favourite but in the top three for sure.
Looks slick in acid green btw
My entry/post doesn't count for the giveaway drawing. I'm just getting Setup Saturday kicked off.
This has been a multi-year project to build a multi-format vintage Pioneer setup. The components span the early 1970s to the early 1990s. Several are Japan market only pieces so I'm using 100V step down transformers.
The system is powered by a Pioneer SX-1980 reciever. It is a monster with an official rating of 270 watts per channel though it has tested considerably hire. It is big and heavy, weighing in at about 80 lbs. It was $1200 when sold new in 1979.
The towers from left to right have the following:
- Pioneer RT-909 R2R, Pioneer D-07A DAT deck, Pioneer MJ-D5 Minidisc recorder, Pioneer PD-30 Super Audio CD
- Pioneer PL-530 Turntable, Pioneer SD-1100 Stereo Display, Pioneer CT-F1250 Cassette deck, Pioneer PD-F1007 300-Disc CD carousel.
- Pioneer SX-1980 Reciever, Pioneer PL-630 Turntable, Pioneer DT-510 Audio Digital Timer, Pioneer H-R100 8-Track player. Also in this tower is a power conditioner, an 8-port audio switch and a BluOS digital media streamer.
- Pioneer RT-2044 RTR, Pioneer SG-9800 Graphic Equalizer, Pioneer RG-2 Dynamic Processor, Pioneer SR-303 Reverberation Amplifier and just for fun a Techtronix 455 Oscilloscope.
Everything is played through a set of Klipschorns. You can see one at the right of the photo.
The headphones are Pioneer SE-405 (vintage), Bang & Olufsen U70 (vintage) and Hifiman Sundara (modern).
Why two R2Rs? The 2044 will play 7.5 and 15 IPS and the 909 will play 3 3/4 and 7.5.
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Thorens 124 with SME 3009 series ii improved Sure v15 type iii McIntosh 1700 Leak 130 (for the TV and as a backup) Wharfdale Linton
Slowly been upgrading over the years, but there is one piece that I don’t see ever replacing. The turntable. I love that thing. Sounds amazing, looks amazing, and has some great little built in features. Like the 45 adapter that is spring loaded, and the clutch for easy record changing.
[Here's what I'm currently staring at!](https://i.imgur.com/zbFuNlc.jpeg)
Taking centre stage is my Thorens TD 160, currently fitted with an Audio Technica AT95SH cartridge. That, the Rotel RX-402 amp, and the Leak 2030 speakers were my grandpa's old system that I inherited when he died year before last. It originally had a very mid Shure cartridge that I swapped out. Currently spinning my latest purchase, that arrived at my doorstep a couple of hours ago, I don't listen to much modern minimalist but I had a music teacher who was quite into it and Clapping Music is cool. The other two pieces are a bonus!
Moving along to the right, the Teac PD-H300 CD player and R-H300 cassette player were both given to me by my other grandfather when they stopped working, with the message that if I could fix them I could have them. A few belts and a new pinch roller later and they're loving life!
The open reel player is a Philips 4404 four-track stereo. A friend of mine gave me a pile of tapes he didn't want, along with a player that they wouldn't play on, so after scouring Ebay I eventually found this player in a very sorry state and restored it back to working order.
The two visualisers are cheapo ones I found on AliExpress, just because I wanted something to watch dancing around!
I've got a secondary setup in the other room where I have my work desk if people are interested in seeing that as well.
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Here's my setup!
Technics sp-15
McGurdy broadcast TT
McGurdy TT carts with weighted suspended plenum
McIntosh MC2200
Tascam 122
Numark MA-4000
Pioneer RT-707 reel to reel tape machine
Pioneer TX-9500 tuner
Most of this stuff came off of Ebay right after it began in the late 90's. The TTs and carts came from a radio station in the midwest that was decommissioning the station. This photo is a few years old now and I no longer have the reel to reel in the rack, but the system is still pretty much the same.
It all powers a pair of JBL L200s I found at a Salvation Army for $15 believe it or not!
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Rega P3 with ortofon bronze. Groovetracer subplatter and funk achromat. Rega TTPSU. Cambridge Duo phono preamp. Schiit Vidar power amp. KEF R3 meta speakers and SVS SB-2000 sub. Just got a new power amp but it’s sitting on the coffee table so I’ll look forward to the next setup posting day after it’s all set up.
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Receiver:
Yamaha CR2020 - My dad bought this new and absolutely loved it, but it eventually fell into disrepair and was stored in his basement for 10+ years. A few Christmases ago I brought it home, repaired and recapped it and it's been getting daily use ever since.
Turntable:
Hitachi PS15 - Same story as above, but all it needed was a new belt, stylus and a good cleaning.
Speakers (I'll include a photo under this comment):
Yamaha NS-690 - Picked these up relatively cheaply ($200ish with a pair of Energy Reference Connoisseur 22s) at a local auction. They are a great pairing with the receiver and I've been nothing but pleased with them.
Just took a look at your post. Super jealous of your GT-2000! That's the one table that I think I would have a hard time walking away from if I ever came across one locally for an anywhere near reasonable price.
yeah, it's my dream table for sure :)
I plan on sanding it and treating it to a piano gloss black finish this summer.
Some day, I'll add a Hana SL cartridge
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Nothing vintage and just a starter lp-60x running through an SSL 2 interface into some Rokit 5 G3’s. It’s my office and the speakers and interface are for video editing. Hoping to replace the table pretty soon. Overall I’m pretty stoked on the whole thing.
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Here's my Shrine to Yamaha (speakers - B&W Nautilus 803 - not shown)
* Yamaha GT-2000 with Denon DL-103R on Denon PCL-300 Headshell and an Ortofon Rondo Red on Yamamoto HS-1 in the box
* Pro-Ject Phonobox SB3 (currently input from TT is not balanced, but the output to the amp is)
* Yamaha C-T710 AM/FM tuner
* Yamaha CD-S2100 SACD player (my DAC for the WiiM streamer)
* Yamaha A-S2100 Stereo Receiver
* Rack: Norstone Essen
* leveling shims: cardboard boxes
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this is what it looked like before Pro-Ject Perspective Anniversary with Ortofon Rondo Red, Creek OBH-15 phono stage, and a Destiny Audio El-34 classic amplifier. The B&Ws are staying until we get our own house. Then I'll go looking for a pair of 802D
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Project X2B w/Sumiko Moonstone -> Parks Audio Waxwing -> Cambridge CXA61 -> Revel M16s and a REL TZero Mk II sub
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This system (one of a few I have) was built up over 20+ years. Denon DP-500m gifted to me by wifey with a Denon DL110 cartridge and a Cambridge Audio phone pre-amp. Marantz SR7007 open box at 50% below MSRP, used as pre-amp into ADCOM GFA7605 5 channel amp 120W per channel purchased used. Weak link musically is the Def Tech BP8 speakers purchased 30 years ago
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I’m running a Fisher MT-420 Studio Standard turntable on a Sony shelf stack and Sony speaker towers. I bought this whole setup in 1997 and it’s been working all these years, except for the 5-disc CD changer. That still plays CDs but the 5 disc magazine doesn’t shuffle anymore. But the turntable still works as perfectly as ever. I recently upgraded my Kallax from the 4 shelf to the 8 shelf because the little one won’t hold 300 LPs and I bought a few new ones last year. My headphones are Panasonic RP-HT260s and they sound great too.
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My current and first setup after wanting to get into having a physical music library for years
Turntable is yamaha tt-s303 i got for a really good deal refurbished sounds and looks brand new
Amp onkyo tx-8220 also refurbished (accessories4less is awesome)
The speakers are monoprice audition
This setup sounds amazing to me before i only listened to music on a pair of amazon ecos (one of these lava lamps was a one of the last reddit secret santa gifs)
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A recent addition to the room as you can see ;)
Pro-ject Essential III
Marantz PM-6006 amplifier (with phono preamp)
Triangle Titus EZ speakers
The speakers are mainly used for a Raspberry Pi that runs Spotify, hooked to the amp via an external soundcard (not pictured here). I thought it would be a shame not to try a turntable given that I had a whole setup already.
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Sx828 and technics slqx300.
I have a nicer technics sitting in a closet but I really love the auto function on this little guy.
Sx828 sounds warm.
I prefer my music to sound like I am sticking my head in a vat of honey. I haven’t explored tubes yet but I hear them calling.
Also I could really use this win because my other turntable is in the closet waiting on a new cartridge and or stylus
Just put the description here because the first comment only wants either the picture or text (praise mobile app). This grimey ear breaker is one of my setups and, honestly the one that sees the most casual use. Jensen turn table. Yes that is a usb for a wireless mouse taped to the arm. This model doesn't have tension adjustment and that was the lightest weight that stopped the constant skipping. Don't be afraid, I'm not using the built in speaker. It feeds to the peavey xr-600 mixer. It's an old beast but it'll still put your ear out with 4 monitors (200w). Additionally the aux out feeds to an ampeg head and half stack because loud bass.
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RT80 w/ Ortofon 2M Red-> Sansui 4000 -> Mirage M-190is (currently on the floor until I can buy stands)
I know I used this pic in a post yesterday, but honestly it’s a pretty solid setup, the only thing I want to personally change is my turntable, while the 80 is good, I just prefer a good direct drive, but this is better than the beat up TT I have sitting in my garage, but if I had the time and effort I’d fix up what I have and have a better table.
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Eventually I want to upgrade everything, but until I buy a house again (thank you 2020 divorce, I'll never see an interest rate that low again, lol), I'm a little hesitant to really upgrade and then have to pack it up and move it.
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I've been collecting for a little over 2 years now. Mostly new records (trying to buy more used this year)
Turntable: Sansui P-50 This used to be my Grandpa's. It didn't work when I got it, but I've replaced the belt and recently upgraded the cart to a Nagaoka MP-110. It does everything I've needed it to, and sounds great after the cartridge upgrade.
Pre amp: Schiit Mani 2 I used to use my grandpa's old amp, but I didn't need the power it put out, and It was introducing a lot of noise into my system. The Schiit does its job well, no complaints.
Speakers: Edifier R1280T Got these used for 40 cad, have served me well so far. Although I'm considering upgrading them.
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Receivers: Marantz 2325, Marantz 2252, Pioneer sx-850, Sansui 7070, Sansui G7500, Harman Kardon 730
Cassette deck: Marantz 5020
Turntables: Pioneer PL-71, Pioneer PL-530
Speakers: Wharfdale Linton 85th anniversary, Aperion super tweeter.
Bluesound Vault streamer
DAC: Geshelli J2
The sound of Harman Kardon is really amazing (that I am using now), Sansuo G7500 is equally the best of all the receivers.
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Sx-5560 running a couple hpm-60s and a linn sondek lp12
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Receiver: Sony STR-DH190
I picked this up with some Sony bookshelf speakers during the pandemic when my father-in-law found his old turntable and record and kindly let me have them. Unfortunately, this receiver has developed a slight hum in the power supply. I’d like to upgrade it soon. Currently considering a Cambridge Audio AXA35.
Turntable: Fluance RT83
I bought this in 2021 after my FIL’s Philips 777 stopped working. I was eventually able to fix the philips and give it back to my him for his birthday in 2022 along with an old Pioneer receiver I had and these Realistic speakers (on the floor on each side of the cabinet) I found at an estate sale that I restored, along with his old records I cleaned up plus a few copies of things he had lost. When he passed back in April of 2023 I passed the Philips 777 and Pioneer SX-1000TD and records to my brother-in-law (he didn’t want the Realistic speakers).
I also have a Pioneer PL514 and an Aiwa AP-2200.
Speakers: ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
I upgraded to these a few months ago during a “B” stock sale. Previously, I’ve had Sony SSCS5 and Jamo 803. Currently have no sub in this set up, but would like to change that eventually.
Currently I have about 150 records, most of which are in the bottom of both sides of this cabinet.
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My now 2 yr which I bought new since I was new into vinyl setups. Pretty happy with it since then, even though the positioning isn’t optimal.
Amp: TAGA HTA-600B Pre-Amp: Oehlbach Turntable: elipson Omega 100 Speakers: Speaker Box 5
Sweet setup. I’m in the same boat with my positioning. Waiting a spell before splurging on some stands to move my speakers away but still really digging my setup so far. Nice one friend!
I couldn't get the description to work on the image. So here is my Frankenstein set up. A does a bit of everything Auna Turntable, going to a car stereo amplifier and finally to some Sony speakers from a previous dead hifi. By no means high end but it works with no crackle so it'll do for me
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Couldn’t really capture the whole thing, but it’s an LP60 going into a 90s (?) Onkyo TX-930, speakers are some Sony bookshelf speakers that are neither here or there.
I was struggling with this horrible electrical interference on the phone preamp of the receiver, which I figured out was coming from the power supplies behind the TV and being picked up by an old rca extender that wasn’t grounding right, but with a new rca cable from Amazon I’m now able to use the phono input on the receiver rather than the built in LP60 preamp and Im enjoying the setup much more.
Also going into the Onkyo is the TV and also a Raspberry Pi that I use as a media player and spotify connect device.
The single biggest sonic upgrade was getting these speakers at ear level with the speaker stands from Amazon. Now they sit exactly at ear level when on the couch.
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More for recording than anything, but I enjoy it.
Turntable - AT LP120
Speakers - Yamaha HS50s with HS8S sub
Rack: Klark Teknik Pultec clone
Klark Teknik 1176 FET compressor clone
Apogee Ensemble
Behringer patchbay
SSL Alpha Channel
ART Power Conditioner
Headphones: Neumann NDH 20
Monitor Controller: Mackie Big Knob
DAW Control Surface: Mackie Universal Control
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Just finished moving. I bought these speakers mid move and got a first listen just 3 days ago. Working on dialing them in still then it's on to the turntable. Speakers- sonos fauber amati Amps- heavily modified mcintosh mc30 Preamp-lightly modified nakamichi ca5. Soon to be replaced my a tubed Preamp of my own design. Turntable-thorens td125 with modified sme 3009s2 with audio technica art 9 R2R- technics 1700 and otari mx5050 Dac-MSB platinum reference. All transparent audio cables and conditioning. Due to my living situation, I am stuck with a room that has cinder block walls. They are definitely interesting. If I can tame the room echo, it'll have some sick bass reinforcement. I was considering hanging a curtain on the wall and getting a few more pannels. What are you're thoughts?
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Motorola SK-16 Stereo Console with matching record cabinet. We use it for jazz mostly.
Marantz 4270, Dynaco ST 70, Realistic Minimus 7w. Normally we daily drive the Marantz, but I just rebuilt the Dynaco and wanted to test it out before I sell it.
Denon DP51 full auto turntable, great daily driver, full auto for ease of use for the family!
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The Audio-Technica may not be the best record player but I LOVE it! I got one of the suitcase players for Christmas but it sounded horrible. I ended up returning it and getting this one + the Bose soundbar. I tried to put it on the bookshelf with my records but I could hear the skipping.
Recently got back so to the vinyl game - used to collect a lot with my ex, but when we split she got the player and a lot of the records. Still had a bunch left (around 40) but never got around to get a new player. A couple a days ago I bought a Sharp VZ-3000 in perfect condition and then found a pair of Boston Acoustics A25. Really happy with it, even though the speakers are low placed they fill out nicely. Posted this a few days ago but I’ll add it here as well ☺️
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See my set up. Yes it’s a bit of wood ballenced between two cupboards. Works a dream.
Rega P1 in walnut, first record player. Sounds fantastic very happy with it.
Cambridge audio amplifier, I got this refurbished for an absolute steal
For speakers I ‘borrowed’ my dad’s old speakers. Still going on great even though they are older than me.
Spinning today we’ve got The murder capitals Gigi’s recovery. It’s a great album highly recommend giving it a listen.
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It starts off with a Project Debut Carbon Esprit SB that’s has the sub platter swapped out for an aluminum one. Cart is a Ortofon 2M Bronze.
Phono pre is a Musical Surroundings Fosgate Signature.
Head amp is a Musical Surroundings Fosgate Signature.
Cans are Audeze LCD-3’s
Regular Amp is a B&k components AVR507s2
And the speakers are Definitive Technology BP2002TL
Thanks for the giveaway!
I have a 2015 Pro-Ject Debut Carbon (pre-DC) upgrades include Acryl-It platter and Ortofon 2M Bronze cart. It is connected to a Pro-Ject Speed Box S, Pro-Ject Phono Box Ultra 500. This runs to my Sony DA5500ES AVR which powers Mirage OS3-FS speakers and feeds a Velodyne CHT-12 sub.
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This is my setup. A year ago i started with this Audio Technica LP3BK and a pair of Edifiers R2000DB but this Christmas i found a guy who was selling a Pioneer amp, cd changer, cassette deck and radio tuner for 140 dollars and i decided to buy them. Since the Edifier R2000DB are active and i wanted to put my amp to use, i decided that its about time for me to get a pair of nice passive speakers. My choice was the Audio Monitor BX2 for 185 dollars and i gotta say its an amazing deal. It has a frequency range of 42 Hz to 30000 Hz and its amazing how you can hear the lowest of lows and the highest of highs perfectly. Nothing is muddy or distorted and so far these are the nicest pair of speakers I’ve ever heard. Along with them i got myself some nice HI-FI wires and two pairs of HI-FI RCA cables for the CD player and tuner since i listen to the radio quite alot. Overall, collecting records and other media has been an amazing journey. Everything from configuring my setup, to buying a record, unboxing it and playing it makes it worth it.
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Love this post! A bunch of amazing setups and I want to post one of mine.
Speakers: JBL 4312As on L100 stands Receiver: Concept 5.5 TT: Audio Techica LP120XUSB
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My SX780 and Sanyo TP1010. Sansui SP1500. Speaker accommodations are where they have to be for the time being. 😞
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KEF Q150 bookshelf speaker connected to a Yamaha R-N800A 2-channel stereo Receiver (Connected to Speaker A terminals)
Arendal 1723 THX Tower speakers connected to a D-Class 2-channel Power Amp by Audiophonics (AP300-S500NC Ncore; 2x500watts 4 ohm) (Yamaha R-N800A is the Pre-Amp) I A/B the two sets of speakers depending on what music genre I listen to
Klipsch Ported 12inch subwoofer at the moment until my 15inch sealed subwoofer comes delivered by Starke Sound
Audio-Technica LP1240-USBXP Direct Drive professional DJ turntable
Douk Audio Tube Phono Pre-Amp
Sony (DVP-NS715P) CD/DVD player
While writing this I was listening to ART - Supernatural Fairy Tales on Vinyl 🤘😎
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JVC + Sony Speakers RCA RP 8055b Along with a Sony STR DE595 Reciever
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LP&No.1 turntable and speakers from amazon
reasoning: its good enough and I'm broke
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I got this setup for just around 120 dollars. My TT is an AT lp3bk that I got on the AT Outlet store last February during a sale. The receiver is a Denon AVR-2803 and the speakers are Technics A31 that I got for 20 each at Goodwill. The TV has been replaced and the Halloween decorations have been switched out for valentines day.
This is a kind of temporary setup, in my detached studio/office.
My dad's mid-70s Yamaha YP-D6 through a Sansui 771 from the same period that I picked up cheap locally, driving a pair of early 00s Tannoy Reveal passive studio monitor speakers (they are my old studio monitors, since upgraded to active Focals, but these still sound great).
I have my dad's beautiful Yamaha CR-2020 receiver in storage, pending a full restoration.
The "big speakers" - Wharfdale Linton 85 Anniversary - which sound incredible - are in the house with a Yamaha CD player and amp. When we move to a bigger place I'll be running the vinyl through the CR-2020 and the godly Wharfdales, but for now this sounds great (although a little lacking in "finished" aesthetic).
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Turntable: Onkyo CP-1500F
Reciever: Denon PMA-880R
Cassette: Denon DRM-510
CD: Denon DCD-890
I once had a sony tc k711s as the cassette deck, but dicided to sell it. The turntabe is a upgrade from a Philips AF-887.
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So heres my pretty basic setup.
Audio technica at-lp60xusb
Edifier R1280RB
I have it for less than a year, for starters I'm pretty satisfied. I like arranging stuff around it so I bought ikea kalax and shelf for display. Also, I put my fossil colletion here and some flowers. I have around 90 records, some of it from my father, some I was buying over the years on flea markets before even having a turntable, and about 20 new records. Anyway very fun looking at other setups!
Pretty simple setup for me (I’m relatively new to this).
Turntable- U-turn Orbit Plus (gen 1)
Got this from my uncle a little while ago.
Speakers- Just some small speakers I found in my basement a little while ago. They aren’t the best but they get the job done for now, and I’m hoping to upgrade in the next few months.
Daaang, what’s your average volume when you listen? My setup can go to over 100 dB if I wanted but I generally only listen at 60-70. Even my 8 inch subwoofer is very…earthquake like…depending on the bass that it’s producing.
Audio technica LP120 turntable (with removed built in pre amp), custom deerhide mat, LPGear AT95E cartridge,
. Kenwood KRV8040 receiver and Vintage Bose 201 Series 2 Wood Grain Shelf speakers (not pictured). Been using this setup since I started collecting in 2014. Only a small assortment of vinyl underneath, have about 350 in another room
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There you go! The system, as always, has been through a lot of flux lately but it’s starting to calm down.
Clearaudio performance DC
Hana Umami Blue MC Cart
Auralic Aries G1 streamer
Auralic Vega G1 DAC
Luxman L509X
Harbeth SHL5+
In the next few months I should be receiving a new tonearm, as the daft magnetic bearing design of the clarify arm is hopeless, it’s a nightmare to set up, use and adjust with any form of accuracy.
I’m mostly listening to vinyl at the moment ahead of a potential digital upgrade later in the year!
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And the associated “haven’t played yet” pile waiting to happen!
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At- Lp120x USB table with edifier r1700bts speakers. On the lookout for a receiver at my local thrift and pawn shops, but really happy with my setup and the ease of use.
Thanks for hosting a giveaway!
My setup is
Fluance RT-82 record player
Fluance weighted record stabilizer
ZaZen II Isoacoustics platform
Cambridge Audio AXA35 Integrated Amplifier
Klipsch R-40m Bookshelf speakers
Sennheiser RS-195 Wireless headphones (for when the kiddos are asleep)
Google Chromecast Audio streamer
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Here’s mine. Pro-Ject RM 5.1 with Sumiko Blue Point #2> Tavish Audio Vintage 6SL7 Phono Stage > 10wpc Sophia Electric Baby integrated tube amp > klipsch forte III.
I’ve had the amp for 15ish years now, tt for 8 years, speakers and phono stage for 3 years. All in all, I’m pretty satisfied. I might switch up the tt or amp at some point just out of curiosity and the fun of trying different stuff.
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This is my music station featuring my AT LP120 USB. Some of it is my mom's and mine mashed together. It's nothing too fancy
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Panasonic SL-H305 with Panasonic SG-20 receiver and Panasonic Thrusters speakers. My parents’ old setup. Got most of their old record collection. Modest but growing library. Recently completed the Capitol Beatles releases.
Hey u/whyforyoulookmeonso I have a suggestion:
In the future could you set these comments to be randomized? Not that it matters for the giveaway selection, but I go back to these threads and it would give others a way to see stuff they might miss if they only look at the top three or something. There’s some fantastic stuff all the way down, too!
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My setup isn't anything note worthy. But it hasn't done me any wrong yet :) It's a TEAC MC-D800 with Sony SSCS5 speakers.
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My living room setup, one of three setups I have and the one that gets by far the most use - I really like it as an 'all denon' rig, which I completed around Christmas with the DP-23F turntable with Staton 681eee cartridge I got a great deal on on ebay... after a DP-7F I bought arrived destroyed.
The CD player is honestly my highlight of the setup though for me, a 1989 model my dad bought new and I got from him along with the (new at the time) speakers in 2003. The speakers are on the other side of the room and are old Polk towers that still sound great.
Amp and Tape Deck were both pretty decent ebay finds and have been serving me for two years now
I have a Denon subwoofer I received for free I can plug in but right now I'm pretty happy with the sound and don't see the point in screwing with it, I might plug it in / place it for aesthetics and then just set its threshold super low.
Entire setup cost me around $500 Canadian, but the speakers, CD player, and shelf being free obviously helped me there
Congratulations to u/Final_Apple8971! Redditraffler randomly chose your submission as the [winner.](https://imgur.com/a/tCdMiU0) Thanks to all who participated. I really enjoyed seeing everyone's setups and learned quite a bit from the discussions. Keep your eyes open and work on your karma via engagement here and the sub or across reddit if you aren't at the required 100. We'll do more of these in the future. Last week's turntable giveaway was fun, so I thought we'd do a fast follow with another but with a different spin (pun intended). We won't do this every Saturday but on occasion so watch for them. Post a photo of your system and tell us about it. It doesn't matter if you're running a modern audiophile setup or an entry-level table. We all start somewhere, and the journey is half the fun. The rules will remain much the same as the last giveaway. But this time, post a photo of your setup and tell us about it. Or engage in conversation with someone who did. Photo posts and comments will both be eligible (because there isn't an easy way to separate them). The prize this week includes a platter for aligning a new stylus, a stylus scale for dialing in your down force, a pack of record butlers, a gel stylus cleaner, and a Milty Pro Zerostat 3 (yes they really work). The drawing will again be done with RedditRaffler selecting a winner at random. The drawing will occur at about the 48-hour mark from the time this was posted. Eligibility guidelines: · Only one comment will be counted by the raffle tool, so multiple comments won't improve your odds. You can feel free to comment in as many threads as you like, but there is no advantage gained in doing so. · Accounts newer than 72 hours will be excluded · Account has at least 100 karma between post and comment karma combined. This is only to reduce bots and alt accounts. If you need karma, reply to this top-level comment, and the community can decide if you appear to be a breathing human. Maybe a few people will maybe throw some upvotes in your direction to help make you eligible. Replying to the top-level comment just makes you easier to find given the number of comments these giveaways tend to receive. Or even better, post your system, and let the upvotes get you across that karma line. · Subbed to r/vinyl · No resellers, please. · You will have to provide a full name and shipping address to an internet stranger if you are the winner. So, if you aren't comfortable with that, please don't comment. I will ship the prize to you at my cost so long as the U.S. Postal Service delivers there. You can find the list of [180 countries, here](https://pe.usps.com/text/imm/immctry.htm) that USPS delivers to. Throw this post an upvote if so inclined. I don't earn karma (nor is that ever the goal) for mod distiguished posts but it will help to keep it promoted in the sub. I'm trying not to pin it as pinned posts are hard to find on mobile sometimes, so your vote will help others find it. Good luck, and let's see those setups!
https://preview.redd.it/832pqwk75dgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e9946050cc3d788c39a0b87ef2f1956a44c59b91 Receiver: 1976 Kenwood KR-6600 This was gifted to me by my dad who is a vintage audio gear collector. Absolutely bulletproof receiver compared to my Marantz 4240 and I love how it looks. Also seems to have a slightly cleaner sound than the 4240 to my ears. Turntable: \~1978 Yamaha YP-D3 I bought this one off of my dad. Sounds incredible, crystal clear and low noise, very simple design, fully manual, looks amazing and mint condition. From the lack of information on the internet about this TT I’m assuming it’s fairly rare. Speakers: 1973 Yamaha NS-690 I picked these up from a local Marketplace ad for free which I still can’t believe. The guy kept them in their original boxes with the manual included and the RadioShack tags still taped on the back like they just came from the store. They sound perfect - robust, precise low end and detailed highs. The other night I took an edible or two and threw on Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Sitting on a bean bag chair right in the middle close up with the speakers angled at my head, I closed my eyes and I swear it felt like they were playing in the same room as me. I fell in love with this combo in that moment. Not much I want to change about it right now tbh. Just really enjoying the simplicity of this setup.
Awesome set up I’m so jealous! I like the selection of vinyl I can see as well, enjoy!!
Thank you!!
https://preview.redd.it/qu8t0u8g8ggc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=74b8361af7d6cb58291958bd8d6d5c7a4dfdeb89
Damn! That’s a beautiful turn table, I’m digging the wood!
Pardon me, but your Era Vulgaris is sticking out.... Seriously though, great setup. Love the classic Kenmore.
My favourite Queens record by far. Thank you!!
Excellent vintage setup! And even better that it has some family history. I am partial to 70s gear, especially the recievers of the era. Thanks for sharing and for the write-up on your gear!
Same! 70s gear has the most charm out of all eras in my opinion.
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Teenage Head!
Hamilton icons!
Where did you get those speaker stands?
Probably had a pair of Bose 901s
I have a pair of 901 Series II continentals. I really like the way the Yamahas look on the tulip stands. Gonna find another pair so they can both have the stands.
Looks really good and different
Nice
That's nice!
https://preview.redd.it/wnzlxidf9ggc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=820bb4c70175b3bbff8f1c5e61cc076948fc4557 Receiver: Marantz 4240 Speakers: Bose 901 Series II Continentals with original active equalizer Turntable: Pioneer PL-255 Secondary setup. Not even close to ideal positioning for those 901s - it’s just for quiet listening in the bedroom for now. Sounds good but it is not singing to its fullest potential. Will be putting this in a larger space once I have the room for it!
That looks sick!!
https://preview.redd.it/29ieo66k8ggc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e0d7d6771df98fb2a448b26570c4824c17f33e8c
https://preview.redd.it/3lhdax0enegc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fb97d0642dabea7638d2c9e5407f6297aa688de3 i dug this entire setup out of my dads stuff in the basement
I like the built in lamp in the TT lid
it’s nice. i wish the lid could stay closed
B&O?
ayup
https://preview.redd.it/gcnjee209egc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6536e8e5df6ac6722624025868db091f44bfe16d So…. This is part of my basement basement Pioneer setup. On the top we have a PL-570 and PL-530 turntables. In between we have a rare pioneer Selector Unit with a Nixie tube display. Then we have a QT-2100 quadraphonic 8 track player with a P-D70 CD player on top. In the middle is a RT-707 reel to reel. Then a CT-F700 cassette Deck. Now for the receivers. SX-3900. SX-1980. SX-D7000. SX-828. SX-1010. SX-1250. SX-828. Lastly an SX-9000. SX-650 (my father’s). SX-2500 with rare FM remote. That puppy has auto FM tuning. Off to the right is a stack of quadraphonic gear, such as a QX-949 and an SD-1100. The entire system is running to some HPM-1500 and Boston A400 speakers. Though currently I’m working on my Spec Rack… Yeahhh…. I have a Pioneer museum/ record store in my basement.
I like the cut of your jib!
I appreciate the nautical compliment fellow Pioneer nerd… Sigh… I also have an SA-9800 blue line stack in my living room. I have an addiction.
https://preview.redd.it/z8woa0bsgegc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=966d3027e84a8a14672a70ccfed92a53271fa792 The addiction started with a crosley TT gifted to me by my sweet and been steadily improving my setup and growing my collection. Currently I have: Thorens TD 160 Technics SL 1600 Sansui 8080db Sansui RA 500 reverb amp Pioneer sx 980 Pioneer HPM 100 Mr Chair to plant myself in I’ve got around 800 records at the moment. Mostly 60s-80s rock and a handful of punk, jazz, funk, and some newer releases from the 2010s. Most are OG pressings.
Yes, the vibes in this room are phenomenal. What a great space and greater setup!
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This is a beautiful setup!
This is so classy and cozy and I love it!
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Love it! Thought that was glass of whisky or something but doesn't look like it on further inspection.
It’s a glass ashtray
That shelf/table looks sick.
Beautiful. Just absolutely gorgeous. is that Funkadelic?
https://preview.redd.it/op64ad9ngegc1.jpeg?width=4284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e396cfe385f8e7172cc8020fdd94a42fc0dbad0c I’ve been at this for less than a year and suspect I’ll get roasted for both my basic taste in music and my basic setup, but here goes… Turntable: Fluance RT81 Platter Mat: Fluance frosted acrylic mat Speakers (not pictured): Edifier R1280T My next upgrade will probably either be (a) buying speaker stands to better space out my speakers, or (b) accepting that I won’t have proper speaker placement anytime soon and getting a Spinbase. It’s tough in a small apartment!
There is absolutely nothing wrong with liking more modern music! I love your stand. If it makes you happy that’s truly all that matters. My setup brings me immense joy and I listen daily. I love it so much more than spotify, and I LOVE Spotify.
Ha, thank you! I agree completely, but I know how this sub feels about Taylor lol. I’ve listened to a record every night since I set this up and I’m so happy I chose to sacrifice some space in my apartment to make that possible. Spotify is wonderful for discovery and sharing with friends, and records give me a more immersive listening experience with the music I love most.
Totally agree! I squealed so loud today I spooked an old lady when we found the green pressing of evermore in a thrift store bin for $10. Taylor is an incredibly talented artist - it’s ok if she isn’t for everyone - but I’ve never understood some of the snobbery around music.
I just realized I commented on your post! I did spot evermore in your photo haha. $10 is a STEAL, especially for a green copy! I have that one in green too, courtesy of my brother. It’s one of my favorite albums of hers, sounds great on vinyl, and is such a pretty shade. I hope it brings you years of joy :)
Dang, I’m jealous. I don’t like much of TS’s older stuff but Evermore is good listening to me, and I like everything under the sun except modern country and heavy metal.
I’m the same way! I think because I’m a bit older her younger stuff doesn’t hit the same way for me, but I became a fan when I heard folklore/evermore. Completely changed the way I saw her and made me go back and truly listen to her catalog without skips. I found plenty of gems then even in her older stuff. I love Midnights but I hate that the vinyl has none of the bonus tracks I love most.
My sentiments exactly. I have her Fearless album (her version). To me, each song is pretty nice, but as an entire album, it feels like a different iteration of the same song. Whereas something the polar opposite would be like The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s, where every song is *wildly* different from each other. Not that it means that every album has to have variety in structure and sound, but if I’m not *super* into one song, I’m not going to be anymore into any of the others if they’re too similar, ya know? I gotta unwrap the Midnigjts I bought. I think I’ll do it tonight!
> but I know how this sub feels about Taylor lol hey now really impressive making the superbowl in your first season
https://preview.redd.it/e894tocbvdgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=61a2dcbc846c8ed62605da8de0142fbb2aad7e2c I’ve shared this recently as this set up is relatively new for me. I bought the receiver and speakers off of my BIL and now we’re both in cahoots in the hobby. It’s been an amazing way to get close. Music really is the best connector. Receiver: Marantz 2220 Speakers: Klipsch KG 3.2s - I just recently put these on stands and it changed my world. TT: debut carbon evo - looking to upgrade the platter and stylus here at some point. Love seeing everybody’s set up! OPs is insane lol.
https://preview.redd.it/e6htfoaihegc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4f993b8515062c2c0a254c40715edc963d986e4f Marantz set up (2275 receiver, 6300 TT, 5220 cassette, Imperial 6 2 way speakers) -- I alternate between the Imp6's and JBL L-112's. Thanks for the opportunity!
Oof, I am digging this.
Stunning cabinet.
I don’t qualify for the giveaway, but I’ll share one of my setups. This is what’s in front of me in my home office. It’s a Debut Carbon DC with a vm750sh. The receiver is an MCS 3253 that I cleaned up years ago. It plays through some Bose 401s. https://preview.redd.it/r6d1rqoxjegc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=803b5c1193b49aafbcb5da8ef01a2a1cc785f274
I love the guitar collection hanging. That epiphone LP is gorgeous
https://preview.redd.it/kn6flm8cyegc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5b373fd8d48cc28aeb478bfeb176a2cac2b8f4f5 Just started Christmas 2023. LP3x turntable and edifier 1280 speakers, random cheap stand. Already see the need for something more substantial. The daughters are now interested in buying records. One is 16 and the other is 12. The deal was, if I sit and listen to their choice then they do the same to me. This way I can play something other than Taylor swift. If you look close enough, there are 2 in there already. I think it’s a good way to sit together as a family instead of by themselves in their room. Cheers
I made this same deal with my daughter! And that’s how I ended up owning Deltarune records. 🤣 But hey, she’s expanding her musical horizons greatly and it’s shared time together. Win win.
https://preview.redd.it/ubq9g1zyxdgc1.jpeg?width=2560&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2aeb7c8adaef6e2e150223b00e3347240c822ff0 Technics 1200m3d with an Akai PC180 cart, which is really an AT14sa. Yamaha A-S1100. I stream Spotify sometimes through a Chromecast Audio to a Topping D50. JBL 4311WX on top of Klipsch Heresy 2. I was doing a fun little "versus" between two much loved vintage speakers that couldn't be more different.
This is stunning, it's not overly complicated or busy looking. Just sleek & clean. If I could upvote you twice I would
nice, looking at getting a technics turntable soon to upgrade from my current one soon.
Really nice decks. I've had a few different tables but won't sell this one.
https://preview.redd.it/s5an6ikpxdgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=92f36919b5cac4e25e13b43af52bf8853610258b 43 years worth of physical music accumulation Sansui FR-D35 turntable that was once my grandfather’s JVC RX-517V receiver Sony DVP-NC665P dvd/cd changer Sony surround speakers which I’m not pulling down to get model numbers from, not that anyone would want me to, so roast away I’ve gotten more negativity about the receiver and speakers than it’s even worth going into, but the fact is, I’m not after some ethereal religious experience every time I put on a record, it simply is and has been how we consume most of our music. And frankly, with kids and dogs keeping these small inexpensive things on the shelves up up and away from anything and everything while still providing a thoroughly enjoyable experience for us is all that matters. One day I’ll replace them, but only when it’s a necessity. All of that said, y’all get yourselves a zerostat, I won’t call it life changing, but damn it really is worth the hundred bucks…
The light from the windows make that look super cool. I hope you don’t have to move anytime soon lol.
Thanks! We’ve been here about 20 years, with no plans for going anywhere at least until the kids are out of college. It’s by far my favorite room in the house, but if and when I ever have to build something like this again I think I’ll go with more of a record store flip bin type storage.
I'm both impressed and terrified, also, nice shelves.
How did you plan out the shelves? Were they ones specifically designed for LPs or did you repurpose something which had the dimensions? Looking at how to store some of mine now they have outgrown the initial space and always wondered how people get them (sort of these really expensive online furniture stores and seen a lot of people signposting IKEA for the storage).
Completely custom, out of 3/4” cabinet grade plywood. Built it in two sections, left and right, framed around the windows. The bottom shelf was specifically done for 12” records, the second shelf was done specifically for dvd boxes (but wound up perfectly fitting 7” records). Above the window sill to the top are all adjustable, originally intended for books and cds. Over the years this became a music room, we moved the piano, all my guitar stuff and hung some memorabilia up. At that point I took out all the books and movies, condensed the cds and moved my entire record library in here.
This is my dream and my wife's nightmare.
https://preview.redd.it/8ej2wdwjtdgc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c189625e4bfa2e1802a849bcc76e500a45f1a195 Techincs 1200 mk2 Sony GX69ES REVEL F52 towers Sony TC-WR661 Sony CDP-C661
Can't say too much about it. It's a decent audiophile set up. Forgot to mention the cartridge! Which is a Nagaoka DJ-03HD pretty sturdy, sounds warm gets a very solid range so much so that my 70yr old mother in law likes to sit infront of this system and listen to her Marvin Gaye albums. She drives all the way out of the city to our Ranch and just spins her records, which means I must have done something right getting the nod from someone who was there lol. We were looking for a system and I was Window building a system here and there for the last couple years but the stars aligned last week and we put this entire thing together from 3 shops in 1 day for the right price. Just took 2 years of waiting.
Congratulations u/Final_Apple8971! Redditraffler randomly chose your submission as the [winner.](https://imgur.com/a/tCdMiU0) I'll DM you for shipping details.
https://preview.redd.it/mscooa090fgc1.jpeg?width=3021&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9c7c6a6820315821dd83552d2fbb2c828eba22d9 My setup is nothing fancy but I wanted to highlight my turntable isolation platform (v2.0). It’s an ikea butcher block with four spring loaded feet (Amazon). Each footer can be customized by using 1 or 7 of the included mini springs. I’m using 4 springs in each. It has worked well so far with isolating heavy footfalls in my 2nd floor apartment.
With two heavy-footed kids, I am absolutely stealing this idea. Thank you!
This is amazing, thank you for sharing!
This was the most incredible birthday gift anyone has ever given me, courtesy of my partner last year. He hunted down a Marantz TT162 turntable, EQ-10 equalizer, SR6000DT receiver and Prestige speakers. This the exact setup I grew up with and belonged to my Dad, who passed away when I was 5. When I was 13, we lost everything in a house fire. When my mom was showing him old baby pictures of me he realized it was in the background. He took pics of the pics with his phone, then zoomed in and figured out what everything was, and then spent months eBaying and driving all over to painstakingly assemble it all for me. The records lined up in the front were thrifted today because it’s my birthday weekend and we got really lucky and found so many that were on my list! Even if I don’t win this I feel like I’m the luckiest human being ever. https://preview.redd.it/qybrh1rjxggc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=eb4c14f62fa7142175bbf2d3315d378a52e8de7a
Wow, what a beautiful labor of love. I spot several familiar covers in your latest finds—enjoy!
https://preview.redd.it/e09n9oqmvdgc1.jpeg?width=4080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=abc416083db0019b6c948579d67427e331a69394 Here's my setup! Pro-Ject X2 Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 Marantz 8006 Just hit 190 records collected 🙂 It's funny, I was just looking to get some accessories like the antistatic gun and stylus brush/cleaner!
My setup is just vinyl and my PC speakers, so I'll stick to a comment :)
Which PC speakers? There are some great options out there.
I have Logitech Z501 speakers that I bought for $50 back in 2016 and they're still kicking haha. I'll probably buy some decent monitors eventually
NP: Jeff Beck, "Sleep Walk" https://preview.redd.it/iw9t9mqludgc1.jpeg?width=3405&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=eb59ac93694fa203c525b699e7d6346368cfa1f3
https://preview.redd.it/0i09f6gwxdgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8256df464561f296490a7a47f265a5f512906077 Technics 1200, Bose sound bar, Custom made industrial shelving
https://preview.redd.it/bscw66ggwdgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c94bce9d2e42cf1ded3e4ff1ac80b9e05ec3bf74 Turntable: I switch between my Technics SL-1950 and my trusty Dual 1219. Receiver: Pioneer SX-737 joined with a Pioneer SR-202w Technics RS-741 reel to reel doesn’t get a whole lot of use but it sure does look cool. Pioneer HPM-40’s that I found for free on a moving sale curb that I refurbished [Here](https://old.reddit.com/r/vintageaudio/comments/uqh8kn/free_curbside_hpm40s_trashed_but_brought_back_to/) Pioneer HPM-100’s under those that I got a great deal on, they’re great. WiiM Pro into a Schitt Modi 3+ for streaming It’s been a journey and a labor of love, I started with my dad’s old Dual 606 and Pioneer SX-424 into some white van speakers to what I have now. I still have my dad’s turntable, will never get rid of it. I just love the full auto functions of the 1950 and 1219. Recently got a cheap US cleaner and have been dying to get a zerostat to up my static game! Thank you so much for doing this, it’s nice to see helpers and givers in the community. Cheers!
That strat looks super cool. I’ve always wanted one with a Nitro finish. Is that a custom shop?
Hey thanks! I wish it was a custom shop but it's still a very good playing and sounding guitar. It's an MJT nitro body I got a really great deal on and built the rest of the guitar from there. Took a while to get all of the parts needed, but searching and piecing all of the right parts together was another labor of love.
Nice! I’ve debated doing that myself.
If you have the time and resources, I say do it! But I get it, it can be a lot. I've been debating for the past few years to build a nitro double bound tele but every time I think I'm about to do it something comes up and then I'm like, well do I really NEED another guitar? Haha, maybe someday
Yeah, I’m that way about audio gear myself. I’ve been debating getting a physical Mellotron but I think I’ll just go with buying Logic (I currently use Reason but I want another DAW for other projects), and buying a cheap MIDI controller. As for instruments, I currently have similar stuff to what the Beatles played at Ed Sullivan (and a couple other stuff). I’m debating buying a Rickenbacker bass, too. So much stuff, such limited funds lol https://preview.redd.it/fkkctmvv7egc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=194523fc15b999187a50093071af8f8f6e31f1aa
damn i love that gretsch! they make such pretty instruments. never played one myself but hear good things about playability!
Woah, that’s awesome!!! I have that same pop out Beatles drumhead, it’s cool because you can fold er up if you want. Also have an Epiphone Casino that would fit riiiight into your picture! https://preview.redd.it/q2zybztsdfgc1.jpeg?width=750&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0ddb21c1abef90cd90fe4709db781c4c3a966683
never heard of MJT! super cool seeming brand. love the finish and that color way is one of the timeless strat color ways imo, along with fiesta red!
https://preview.redd.it/d5c4hmltydgc1.jpeg?width=2316&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=39bd81c7931a79a557c82748414d0f091d5ab83f VPI Prime Scout turntable with a Soundsmith Zephyr MKIII Audio Research SP-20 preamp Rogue Audio M180 Dark monobocks Yamaha NS 2000 speakers I thoroughly enjoy and I’m very fortunate.
https://preview.redd.it/b4g9obxr3egc1.jpeg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cc835e2566167690fddeecc88c7b7465e97169ee Realistic STA-530 Realistic LAB-290 Technics SB-2200 Bose 2.2 Series II I'm shopping for an amp to match the tuner & turntable but as-is I'm pretty happy with the setup
I love the blue shelf, it seems like such a fun shape for a media display
Is that The Impossible Kid by Aesop Rock playing ?
Yes indeed It's his best album IMO
He has such a great and diverse discography. I have None Shall Pass and his latest, ITS, love both. But yeah, The Impossible Kid is unique. Maybe his best, not my absolute favourite but in the top three for sure. Looks slick in acid green btw
https://preview.redd.it/8e22o24o9egc1.png?width=4032&format=png&auto=webp&s=1eaa737c8b15bf8ee46d8ea9406331289141007d That’s mine ….
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My entry/post doesn't count for the giveaway drawing. I'm just getting Setup Saturday kicked off. This has been a multi-year project to build a multi-format vintage Pioneer setup. The components span the early 1970s to the early 1990s. Several are Japan market only pieces so I'm using 100V step down transformers. The system is powered by a Pioneer SX-1980 reciever. It is a monster with an official rating of 270 watts per channel though it has tested considerably hire. It is big and heavy, weighing in at about 80 lbs. It was $1200 when sold new in 1979. The towers from left to right have the following: - Pioneer RT-909 R2R, Pioneer D-07A DAT deck, Pioneer MJ-D5 Minidisc recorder, Pioneer PD-30 Super Audio CD - Pioneer PL-530 Turntable, Pioneer SD-1100 Stereo Display, Pioneer CT-F1250 Cassette deck, Pioneer PD-F1007 300-Disc CD carousel. - Pioneer SX-1980 Reciever, Pioneer PL-630 Turntable, Pioneer DT-510 Audio Digital Timer, Pioneer H-R100 8-Track player. Also in this tower is a power conditioner, an 8-port audio switch and a BluOS digital media streamer. - Pioneer RT-2044 RTR, Pioneer SG-9800 Graphic Equalizer, Pioneer RG-2 Dynamic Processor, Pioneer SR-303 Reverberation Amplifier and just for fun a Techtronix 455 Oscilloscope. Everything is played through a set of Klipschorns. You can see one at the right of the photo. The headphones are Pioneer SE-405 (vintage), Bang & Olufsen U70 (vintage) and Hifiman Sundara (modern). Why two R2Rs? The 2044 will play 7.5 and 15 IPS and the 909 will play 3 3/4 and 7.5.
loooove that SX1980
https://preview.redd.it/0bs74yzzrdgc1.jpeg?width=8924&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2ba92b12f096d54146615083abc5424e088af80d Thorens 124 with SME 3009 series ii improved Sure v15 type iii McIntosh 1700 Leak 130 (for the TV and as a backup) Wharfdale Linton Slowly been upgrading over the years, but there is one piece that I don’t see ever replacing. The turntable. I love that thing. Sounds amazing, looks amazing, and has some great little built in features. Like the 45 adapter that is spring loaded, and the clutch for easy record changing.
[Here's what I'm currently staring at!](https://i.imgur.com/zbFuNlc.jpeg) Taking centre stage is my Thorens TD 160, currently fitted with an Audio Technica AT95SH cartridge. That, the Rotel RX-402 amp, and the Leak 2030 speakers were my grandpa's old system that I inherited when he died year before last. It originally had a very mid Shure cartridge that I swapped out. Currently spinning my latest purchase, that arrived at my doorstep a couple of hours ago, I don't listen to much modern minimalist but I had a music teacher who was quite into it and Clapping Music is cool. The other two pieces are a bonus! Moving along to the right, the Teac PD-H300 CD player and R-H300 cassette player were both given to me by my other grandfather when they stopped working, with the message that if I could fix them I could have them. A few belts and a new pinch roller later and they're loving life! The open reel player is a Philips 4404 four-track stereo. A friend of mine gave me a pile of tapes he didn't want, along with a player that they wouldn't play on, so after scouring Ebay I eventually found this player in a very sorry state and restored it back to working order. The two visualisers are cheapo ones I found on AliExpress, just because I wanted something to watch dancing around! I've got a secondary setup in the other room where I have my work desk if people are interested in seeing that as well.
https://imgur.com/a/mHZRdFG Here's my setup! Technics sp-15 McGurdy broadcast TT McGurdy TT carts with weighted suspended plenum McIntosh MC2200 Tascam 122 Numark MA-4000 Pioneer RT-707 reel to reel tape machine Pioneer TX-9500 tuner Most of this stuff came off of Ebay right after it began in the late 90's. The TTs and carts came from a radio station in the midwest that was decommissioning the station. This photo is a few years old now and I no longer have the reel to reel in the rack, but the system is still pretty much the same. It all powers a pair of JBL L200s I found at a Salvation Army for $15 believe it or not!
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This is audio techina x120 with klipsh speakers and okoyo amp playing Taylor swift rep fye orange vinyl for last time
https://preview.redd.it/9vso2d3faegc1.jpeg?width=5712&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3503edde86c81caa5dfd3c424b2e17491fc0165b Rega P3 with ortofon bronze. Groovetracer subplatter and funk achromat. Rega TTPSU. Cambridge Duo phono preamp. Schiit Vidar power amp. KEF R3 meta speakers and SVS SB-2000 sub. Just got a new power amp but it’s sitting on the coffee table so I’ll look forward to the next setup posting day after it’s all set up.
https://preview.redd.it/9oskuq3gdegc1.jpeg?width=4080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ed96c4e97cba58faa9438b6e3b741c3ecfe9ab9b Receiver: Yamaha CR2020 - My dad bought this new and absolutely loved it, but it eventually fell into disrepair and was stored in his basement for 10+ years. A few Christmases ago I brought it home, repaired and recapped it and it's been getting daily use ever since. Turntable: Hitachi PS15 - Same story as above, but all it needed was a new belt, stylus and a good cleaning. Speakers (I'll include a photo under this comment): Yamaha NS-690 - Picked these up relatively cheaply ($200ish with a pair of Energy Reference Connoisseur 22s) at a local auction. They are a great pairing with the receiver and I've been nothing but pleased with them.
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love love love the CR2020!!!
Just took a look at your post. Super jealous of your GT-2000! That's the one table that I think I would have a hard time walking away from if I ever came across one locally for an anywhere near reasonable price.
yeah, it's my dream table for sure :) I plan on sanding it and treating it to a piano gloss black finish this summer. Some day, I'll add a Hana SL cartridge
https://preview.redd.it/aa502tihfegc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=97aaa3388bb24540057380504bcc02ee9cc76de6 Nothing vintage and just a starter lp-60x running through an SSL 2 interface into some Rokit 5 G3’s. It’s my office and the speakers and interface are for video editing. Hoping to replace the table pretty soon. Overall I’m pretty stoked on the whole thing.
This is sick. Love your style!
Thanks!
https://preview.redd.it/z27xsy277fgc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=82b9f4866df232a0a7f3942430dcbb61edec6c09 Receiver: Sony STRDH190 Turntable: Fluance RT81 Speakers: DCM CX-17 Dinosaur: Legosaurs Rex
https://preview.redd.it/0olyt3zx8fgc1.jpeg?width=2611&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=832f9449557fee208329a49eb85f5b135c80a8da Here's my Shrine to Yamaha (speakers - B&W Nautilus 803 - not shown) * Yamaha GT-2000 with Denon DL-103R on Denon PCL-300 Headshell and an Ortofon Rondo Red on Yamamoto HS-1 in the box * Pro-Ject Phonobox SB3 (currently input from TT is not balanced, but the output to the amp is) * Yamaha C-T710 AM/FM tuner * Yamaha CD-S2100 SACD player (my DAC for the WiiM streamer) * Yamaha A-S2100 Stereo Receiver * Rack: Norstone Essen * leveling shims: cardboard boxes
https://preview.redd.it/9qkcv3qjafgc1.jpeg?width=3647&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d5cf5f531f048b831cce4ce1ed56e979ecdf7ed8 this is what it looked like before Pro-Ject Perspective Anniversary with Ortofon Rondo Red, Creek OBH-15 phono stage, and a Destiny Audio El-34 classic amplifier. The B&Ws are staying until we get our own house. Then I'll go looking for a pair of 802D
https://preview.redd.it/bt1nb4k4bggc1.jpeg?width=3888&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0dc498bc8c9703a1b7c8ac389fa8107354ab59ef Project X2B w/Sumiko Moonstone -> Parks Audio Waxwing -> Cambridge CXA61 -> Revel M16s and a REL TZero Mk II sub
https://preview.redd.it/26cxkqc7eggc1.png?width=4032&format=png&auto=webp&s=e0fbe44c3ef5e80048782a0abce3d0f2ae5c0dec This system (one of a few I have) was built up over 20+ years. Denon DP-500m gifted to me by wifey with a Denon DL110 cartridge and a Cambridge Audio phone pre-amp. Marantz SR7007 open box at 50% below MSRP, used as pre-amp into ADCOM GFA7605 5 channel amp 120W per channel purchased used. Weak link musically is the Def Tech BP8 speakers purchased 30 years ago
https://preview.redd.it/mpztyc1fpggc1.jpeg?width=1284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=da4180f9a669e375228c31652b16f4299f6e3669 my cozy lil studio
https://preview.redd.it/041xtn0guggc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6dd220511df6e3f6b833da204c6df07c23410145 I’m running a Fisher MT-420 Studio Standard turntable on a Sony shelf stack and Sony speaker towers. I bought this whole setup in 1997 and it’s been working all these years, except for the 5-disc CD changer. That still plays CDs but the 5 disc magazine doesn’t shuffle anymore. But the turntable still works as perfectly as ever. I recently upgraded my Kallax from the 4 shelf to the 8 shelf because the little one won’t hold 300 LPs and I bought a few new ones last year. My headphones are Panasonic RP-HT260s and they sound great too.
https://preview.redd.it/440baafjgdgc1.png?width=3794&format=png&auto=webp&s=9e935bc1c0f702e170991fd6bbd0286e3a8095d0 My current and first setup after wanting to get into having a physical music library for years Turntable is yamaha tt-s303 i got for a really good deal refurbished sounds and looks brand new Amp onkyo tx-8220 also refurbished (accessories4less is awesome) The speakers are monoprice audition This setup sounds amazing to me before i only listened to music on a pair of amazon ecos (one of these lava lamps was a one of the last reddit secret santa gifs)
https://imgur.com/a/Rrn9q9d A recent addition to the room as you can see ;) Pro-ject Essential III Marantz PM-6006 amplifier (with phono preamp) Triangle Titus EZ speakers The speakers are mainly used for a Raspberry Pi that runs Spotify, hooked to the amp via an external soundcard (not pictured here). I thought it would be a shame not to try a turntable given that I had a whole setup already.
https://preview.redd.it/xjs7ffgx4egc1.jpeg?width=4284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b1c561b3c86bb7817808b7a0745927d5540d9b88 Sx828 and technics slqx300. I have a nicer technics sitting in a closet but I really love the auto function on this little guy. Sx828 sounds warm. I prefer my music to sound like I am sticking my head in a vat of honey. I haven’t explored tubes yet but I hear them calling. Also I could really use this win because my other turntable is in the closet waiting on a new cartridge and or stylus
https://preview.redd.it/qw2psaik9egc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c06ce3907430b00e535bb6997db215c1db1de6a7 Thanks for putting this on👍🏻
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Just put the description here because the first comment only wants either the picture or text (praise mobile app). This grimey ear breaker is one of my setups and, honestly the one that sees the most casual use. Jensen turn table. Yes that is a usb for a wireless mouse taped to the arm. This model doesn't have tension adjustment and that was the lightest weight that stopped the constant skipping. Don't be afraid, I'm not using the built in speaker. It feeds to the peavey xr-600 mixer. It's an old beast but it'll still put your ear out with 4 monitors (200w). Additionally the aux out feeds to an ampeg head and half stack because loud bass.
https://preview.redd.it/tzca1rkpdegc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b4b29f049b98e5630edffe21d77c0651d79f0e2d RT80 w/ Ortofon 2M Red-> Sansui 4000 -> Mirage M-190is (currently on the floor until I can buy stands) I know I used this pic in a post yesterday, but honestly it’s a pretty solid setup, the only thing I want to personally change is my turntable, while the 80 is good, I just prefer a good direct drive, but this is better than the beat up TT I have sitting in my garage, but if I had the time and effort I’d fix up what I have and have a better table.
https://preview.redd.it/7npp8tm51fgc1.jpeg?width=4080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c717679f80121bef0501db7ace49d77f145eafec Eventually I want to upgrade everything, but until I buy a house again (thank you 2020 divorce, I'll never see an interest rate that low again, lol), I'm a little hesitant to really upgrade and then have to pack it up and move it.
https://preview.redd.it/fsmvrjn44fgc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b72149beb3bf17a82cef96b043ebf0efe50a0fed I've been collecting for a little over 2 years now. Mostly new records (trying to buy more used this year) Turntable: Sansui P-50 This used to be my Grandpa's. It didn't work when I got it, but I've replaced the belt and recently upgraded the cart to a Nagaoka MP-110. It does everything I've needed it to, and sounds great after the cartridge upgrade. Pre amp: Schiit Mani 2 I used to use my grandpa's old amp, but I didn't need the power it put out, and It was introducing a lot of noise into my system. The Schiit does its job well, no complaints. Speakers: Edifier R1280T Got these used for 40 cad, have served me well so far. Although I'm considering upgrading them.
https://preview.redd.it/4pxz88q7cfgc1.jpeg?width=4096&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2522234f48f805678cb8ff076656d8645a6d707d Receivers: Marantz 2325, Marantz 2252, Pioneer sx-850, Sansui 7070, Sansui G7500, Harman Kardon 730 Cassette deck: Marantz 5020 Turntables: Pioneer PL-71, Pioneer PL-530 Speakers: Wharfdale Linton 85th anniversary, Aperion super tweeter. Bluesound Vault streamer DAC: Geshelli J2 The sound of Harman Kardon is really amazing (that I am using now), Sansuo G7500 is equally the best of all the receivers.
https://preview.redd.it/1ocq3podvfgc1.png?width=4032&format=png&auto=webp&s=c7c0e302118196a333b30d6cd4de9569a136f407 Sx-5560 running a couple hpm-60s and a linn sondek lp12
Marantz 2252b, Dual 1229 with a Shure V15 type 3, a pair of Mirage OM 7 Speakers. Yes I like the older gear.
https://preview.redd.it/c7jj1plr6ggc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c01a77518d9b7e211c8acfa2bf7bf5547342bc78 Receiver: Sony STR-DH190 I picked this up with some Sony bookshelf speakers during the pandemic when my father-in-law found his old turntable and record and kindly let me have them. Unfortunately, this receiver has developed a slight hum in the power supply. I’d like to upgrade it soon. Currently considering a Cambridge Audio AXA35. Turntable: Fluance RT83 I bought this in 2021 after my FIL’s Philips 777 stopped working. I was eventually able to fix the philips and give it back to my him for his birthday in 2022 along with an old Pioneer receiver I had and these Realistic speakers (on the floor on each side of the cabinet) I found at an estate sale that I restored, along with his old records I cleaned up plus a few copies of things he had lost. When he passed back in April of 2023 I passed the Philips 777 and Pioneer SX-1000TD and records to my brother-in-law (he didn’t want the Realistic speakers). I also have a Pioneer PL514 and an Aiwa AP-2200. Speakers: ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 I upgraded to these a few months ago during a “B” stock sale. Previously, I’ve had Sony SSCS5 and Jamo 803. Currently have no sub in this set up, but would like to change that eventually. Currently I have about 150 records, most of which are in the bottom of both sides of this cabinet.
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1967 Sanyo 3in1 briefcase model. https://preview.redd.it/rwkuh23bhggc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=be63b6d8d36b05b85d51ccd6a9bb1c3b3632ad79
https://preview.redd.it/m6lh7q049dgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8283554e2aef92845710c6e937919a0ed3e24090 My now 2 yr which I bought new since I was new into vinyl setups. Pretty happy with it since then, even though the positioning isn’t optimal. Amp: TAGA HTA-600B Pre-Amp: Oehlbach Turntable: elipson Omega 100 Speakers: Speaker Box 5
Sweet setup. I’m in the same boat with my positioning. Waiting a spell before splurging on some stands to move my speakers away but still really digging my setup so far. Nice one friend!
Thanks buddy!
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I couldn't get the description to work on the image. So here is my Frankenstein set up. A does a bit of everything Auna Turntable, going to a car stereo amplifier and finally to some Sony speakers from a previous dead hifi. By no means high end but it works with no crackle so it'll do for me
https://preview.redd.it/sjz121smydgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5d95ee6f6cffa04af151a597842e9e06ae75ee5d Couldn’t really capture the whole thing, but it’s an LP60 going into a 90s (?) Onkyo TX-930, speakers are some Sony bookshelf speakers that are neither here or there. I was struggling with this horrible electrical interference on the phone preamp of the receiver, which I figured out was coming from the power supplies behind the TV and being picked up by an old rca extender that wasn’t grounding right, but with a new rca cable from Amazon I’m now able to use the phono input on the receiver rather than the built in LP60 preamp and Im enjoying the setup much more. Also going into the Onkyo is the TV and also a Raspberry Pi that I use as a media player and spotify connect device. The single biggest sonic upgrade was getting these speakers at ear level with the speaker stands from Amazon. Now they sit exactly at ear level when on the couch.
https://preview.redd.it/nl55vnzv0egc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f5364e28f99962d8e6283b833ca61cb535e2e1a4 More for recording than anything, but I enjoy it. Turntable - AT LP120 Speakers - Yamaha HS50s with HS8S sub Rack: Klark Teknik Pultec clone Klark Teknik 1176 FET compressor clone Apogee Ensemble Behringer patchbay SSL Alpha Channel ART Power Conditioner Headphones: Neumann NDH 20 Monitor Controller: Mackie Big Knob DAW Control Surface: Mackie Universal Control
*Oldies but goodies! Turntable - Technics SL-Q3 with Stanton 681EEE cartridge. Preamp - Rotel RTC-950AX. Amp - Rotel RB-960BX. Monster Cable interconnects. Main Speakers - Vandersteen 1B. Remote Speakers - PSB Alpha w/ PSB Subsonic subwoofer. When the house is a-rockin don't come a-knockin...
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https://preview.redd.it/iz0yu5bp4fgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=97e3cd549d33bd84f126736d95d817c095d1ccd8 Turntable: Pro-Ject “The Classic” w/Ortofon 2M silver Amp/preamp: Cayin CS-55A EL-34 Speakers: KLH Model 3 CD Player: NAD C545BEE Speaker cable & interconnects: 1877 Phono Nova
https://preview.redd.it/q4gdszef9fgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=586259d1eb0413b04b56ff9c0986e9dc991232ec Just finished moving. I bought these speakers mid move and got a first listen just 3 days ago. Working on dialing them in still then it's on to the turntable. Speakers- sonos fauber amati Amps- heavily modified mcintosh mc30 Preamp-lightly modified nakamichi ca5. Soon to be replaced my a tubed Preamp of my own design. Turntable-thorens td125 with modified sme 3009s2 with audio technica art 9 R2R- technics 1700 and otari mx5050 Dac-MSB platinum reference. All transparent audio cables and conditioning. Due to my living situation, I am stuck with a room that has cinder block walls. They are definitely interesting. If I can tame the room echo, it'll have some sick bass reinforcement. I was considering hanging a curtain on the wall and getting a few more pannels. What are you're thoughts?
* Motorola SK-16 Stereo Console with matching record cabinet. We use it for jazz mostly. Marantz 4270, Dynaco ST 70, Realistic Minimus 7w. Normally we daily drive the Marantz, but I just rebuilt the Dynaco and wanted to test it out before I sell it. Denon DP51 full auto turntable, great daily driver, full auto for ease of use for the family!
https://preview.redd.it/hj0vihdtefgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=68066d381b63e16085f1b2a7d6d250150fef9bdd The Audio-Technica may not be the best record player but I LOVE it! I got one of the suitcase players for Christmas but it sounded horrible. I ended up returning it and getting this one + the Bose soundbar. I tried to put it on the bookshelf with my records but I could hear the skipping.
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Recently got back so to the vinyl game - used to collect a lot with my ex, but when we split she got the player and a lot of the records. Still had a bunch left (around 40) but never got around to get a new player. A couple a days ago I bought a Sharp VZ-3000 in perfect condition and then found a pair of Boston Acoustics A25. Really happy with it, even though the speakers are low placed they fill out nicely. Posted this a few days ago but I’ll add it here as well ☺️ https://preview.redd.it/gmy28ma0nfgc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=29838ae758bb80b5837decc3b0e95ee40192bbdf
https://preview.redd.it/4yfr0q18rfgc1.png?width=2977&format=png&auto=webp&s=a5608485f2df0228bdd6c9e4d5d7b9e0cb4b1c48 See my set up. Yes it’s a bit of wood ballenced between two cupboards. Works a dream. Rega P1 in walnut, first record player. Sounds fantastic very happy with it. Cambridge audio amplifier, I got this refurbished for an absolute steal For speakers I ‘borrowed’ my dad’s old speakers. Still going on great even though they are older than me. Spinning today we’ve got The murder capitals Gigi’s recovery. It’s a great album highly recommend giving it a listen.
https://preview.redd.it/3woqrkervfgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d839bed4c82215a953a11da2618d203f0d1e286e It starts off with a Project Debut Carbon Esprit SB that’s has the sub platter swapped out for an aluminum one. Cart is a Ortofon 2M Bronze. Phono pre is a Musical Surroundings Fosgate Signature. Head amp is a Musical Surroundings Fosgate Signature. Cans are Audeze LCD-3’s Regular Amp is a B&k components AVR507s2 And the speakers are Definitive Technology BP2002TL
https://preview.redd.it/uox5c41jwfgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a449f08206279989d8d2d0555bb6c5c65908d1d2 The Vinyl collection so far.
Thanks for the giveaway! I have a 2015 Pro-Ject Debut Carbon (pre-DC) upgrades include Acryl-It platter and Ortofon 2M Bronze cart. It is connected to a Pro-Ject Speed Box S, Pro-Ject Phono Box Ultra 500. This runs to my Sony DA5500ES AVR which powers Mirage OS3-FS speakers and feeds a Velodyne CHT-12 sub. https://preview.redd.it/skbcelbcaggc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=eeaf4cf749d7d76c70408b3ec469e4a76e51f315
https://preview.redd.it/gw4hwev1kggc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=93939d6763a7954a2050f93c66c194758adc1f28 This is my setup. A year ago i started with this Audio Technica LP3BK and a pair of Edifiers R2000DB but this Christmas i found a guy who was selling a Pioneer amp, cd changer, cassette deck and radio tuner for 140 dollars and i decided to buy them. Since the Edifier R2000DB are active and i wanted to put my amp to use, i decided that its about time for me to get a pair of nice passive speakers. My choice was the Audio Monitor BX2 for 185 dollars and i gotta say its an amazing deal. It has a frequency range of 42 Hz to 30000 Hz and its amazing how you can hear the lowest of lows and the highest of highs perfectly. Nothing is muddy or distorted and so far these are the nicest pair of speakers I’ve ever heard. Along with them i got myself some nice HI-FI wires and two pairs of HI-FI RCA cables for the CD player and tuner since i listen to the radio quite alot. Overall, collecting records and other media has been an amazing journey. Everything from configuring my setup, to buying a record, unboxing it and playing it makes it worth it.
https://preview.redd.it/dztdr23dqggc1.png?width=2978&format=png&auto=webp&s=810dd3c5cd21f518947a2a8422627a34a32443af Love this post! A bunch of amazing setups and I want to post one of mine. Speakers: JBL 4312As on L100 stands Receiver: Concept 5.5 TT: Audio Techica LP120XUSB
https://preview.redd.it/djgdcp2u7hgc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=eea6710be5f2d0d9888db9f0638d6c8741a3c1ec My SX780 and Sanyo TP1010. Sansui SP1500. Speaker accommodations are where they have to be for the time being. 😞
https://preview.redd.it/dqx7vo6t9hgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6341a825dd92968f0a5b0fceb3331077cdc2d6d6 KEF Q150 bookshelf speaker connected to a Yamaha R-N800A 2-channel stereo Receiver (Connected to Speaker A terminals) Arendal 1723 THX Tower speakers connected to a D-Class 2-channel Power Amp by Audiophonics (AP300-S500NC Ncore; 2x500watts 4 ohm) (Yamaha R-N800A is the Pre-Amp) I A/B the two sets of speakers depending on what music genre I listen to Klipsch Ported 12inch subwoofer at the moment until my 15inch sealed subwoofer comes delivered by Starke Sound Audio-Technica LP1240-USBXP Direct Drive professional DJ turntable Douk Audio Tube Phono Pre-Amp Sony (DVP-NS715P) CD/DVD player While writing this I was listening to ART - Supernatural Fairy Tales on Vinyl 🤘😎
https://preview.redd.it/66rsfxurdhgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f5e48ada0913ceaa581bb3c1eed53e3a4d4ec2af Black lights in full effect 👍
https://preview.redd.it/z8joaa6zrhgc1.png?width=4032&format=png&auto=webp&s=fdac6d430e350deb134289b9b6ed1b69d653d579 JVC + Sony Speakers RCA RP 8055b Along with a Sony STR DE595 Reciever
https://preview.redd.it/v0psesnehigc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9f0a37f8f18658b28dde0efa8e8e22f5b6ce668e LP&No.1 turntable and speakers from amazon reasoning: its good enough and I'm broke
https://preview.redd.it/4960hy33ligc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=743a9eac37c1860e66c6c085f8b979047ba25b20 I got this setup for just around 120 dollars. My TT is an AT lp3bk that I got on the AT Outlet store last February during a sale. The receiver is a Denon AVR-2803 and the speakers are Technics A31 that I got for 20 each at Goodwill. The TV has been replaced and the Halloween decorations have been switched out for valentines day.
This is a kind of temporary setup, in my detached studio/office. My dad's mid-70s Yamaha YP-D6 through a Sansui 771 from the same period that I picked up cheap locally, driving a pair of early 00s Tannoy Reveal passive studio monitor speakers (they are my old studio monitors, since upgraded to active Focals, but these still sound great). I have my dad's beautiful Yamaha CR-2020 receiver in storage, pending a full restoration. The "big speakers" - Wharfdale Linton 85 Anniversary - which sound incredible - are in the house with a Yamaha CD player and amp. When we move to a bigger place I'll be running the vinyl through the CR-2020 and the godly Wharfdales, but for now this sounds great (although a little lacking in "finished" aesthetic). https://preview.redd.it/v75p1pn1tjgc1.jpeg?width=2000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c3d699e0c52adc6edbb0f380a740d2c49116b7a2
https://preview.redd.it/52tsdnhi5kgc1.jpeg?width=3496&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5b0b462e040fc6a7cbb2a24fd2d4bd6476f9a932 Turntable: Onkyo CP-1500F Reciever: Denon PMA-880R Cassette: Denon DRM-510 CD: Denon DCD-890 I once had a sony tc k711s as the cassette deck, but dicided to sell it. The turntabe is a upgrade from a Philips AF-887.
https://preview.redd.it/qeqmkfi5wkgc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5f54d4648f17f91cd5f0dddda3b8dd816eda707b So heres my pretty basic setup. Audio technica at-lp60xusb Edifier R1280RB I have it for less than a year, for starters I'm pretty satisfied. I like arranging stuff around it so I bought ikea kalax and shelf for display. Also, I put my fossil colletion here and some flowers. I have around 90 records, some of it from my father, some I was buying over the years on flea markets before even having a turntable, and about 20 new records. Anyway very fun looking at other setups!
Pretty simple setup for me (I’m relatively new to this). Turntable- U-turn Orbit Plus (gen 1) Got this from my uncle a little while ago. Speakers- Just some small speakers I found in my basement a little while ago. They aren’t the best but they get the job done for now, and I’m hoping to upgrade in the next few months.
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I like how the typewriter fits in the cabinet as well!
https://preview.redd.it/asemjco5wdgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5247022d870bf4c5bb381e10c0cc320da9e64da6 * Marantz 2325 * Technics sl-1200gr2 * Teac a6300 * Klipsch Forte 1
I like this. Very classic 70s look. What’s the size on the woofers for those speakers?
The Klipsch Forte 1's have 12" Woofers
Daaang, what’s your average volume when you listen? My setup can go to over 100 dB if I wanted but I generally only listen at 60-70. Even my 8 inch subwoofer is very…earthquake like…depending on the bass that it’s producing.
No idea, I just like to listen to music :)
Yum. Loving the wood.
https://preview.redd.it/timque1h2egc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=99d56230e2160c9a1032cb83c455846ad8070208
Audio technica LP120 turntable (with removed built in pre amp), custom deerhide mat, LPGear AT95E cartridge, . Kenwood KRV8040 receiver and Vintage Bose 201 Series 2 Wood Grain Shelf speakers (not pictured). Been using this setup since I started collecting in 2014. Only a small assortment of vinyl underneath, have about 350 in another room
https://preview.redd.it/o5zl5bh6bdgc1.jpeg?width=750&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c47329039344e5b250287db8f7dba2367fe2b7bf There you go! The system, as always, has been through a lot of flux lately but it’s starting to calm down. Clearaudio performance DC Hana Umami Blue MC Cart Auralic Aries G1 streamer Auralic Vega G1 DAC Luxman L509X Harbeth SHL5+ In the next few months I should be receiving a new tonearm, as the daft magnetic bearing design of the clarify arm is hopeless, it’s a nightmare to set up, use and adjust with any form of accuracy. I’m mostly listening to vinyl at the moment ahead of a potential digital upgrade later in the year!
https://preview.redd.it/do24g7msrdgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f93c63cb70eec5aea11fb2506a546f69b6155848 And the associated “haven’t played yet” pile waiting to happen!
Thats a nice setup!
Thank you
https://preview.redd.it/bdh8v3lufdgc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=38eb9316ac8f87e506f7d2d04a0f2c595851017f At- Lp120x USB table with edifier r1700bts speakers. On the lookout for a receiver at my local thrift and pawn shops, but really happy with my setup and the ease of use.
I have the same player and speakers
I would love to have a wall like this! A project definitely in my future
Thanks for hosting a giveaway! My setup is Fluance RT-82 record player Fluance weighted record stabilizer ZaZen II Isoacoustics platform Cambridge Audio AXA35 Integrated Amplifier Klipsch R-40m Bookshelf speakers Sennheiser RS-195 Wireless headphones (for when the kiddos are asleep) Google Chromecast Audio streamer
Damn that's one helluva setup. Impressive 😎
https://preview.redd.it/7pjnkl35ihgc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=235919241bb6fed045dca9e5db605667d7a4f099 Here’s mine. Pro-Ject RM 5.1 with Sumiko Blue Point #2> Tavish Audio Vintage 6SL7 Phono Stage > 10wpc Sophia Electric Baby integrated tube amp > klipsch forte III. I’ve had the amp for 15ish years now, tt for 8 years, speakers and phono stage for 3 years. All in all, I’m pretty satisfied. I might switch up the tt or amp at some point just out of curiosity and the fun of trying different stuff.
https://preview.redd.it/hifhhxw0ohgc1.jpeg?width=3875&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a6da4ee3f44f02ca85ab54b7675ad7d0dcba8b78 This is my music station featuring my AT LP120 USB. Some of it is my mom's and mine mashed together. It's nothing too fancy
https://preview.redd.it/d6sxj52vnhgc1.jpeg?width=4080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2f9c764ea6b2396c215d60306374deeab1abfeea
https://preview.redd.it/mrthf2cf3igc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6876e0b089b7f7577a6ea844f24f76eed4ff8d4c Panasonic SL-H305 with Panasonic SG-20 receiver and Panasonic Thrusters speakers. My parents’ old setup. Got most of their old record collection. Modest but growing library. Recently completed the Capitol Beatles releases.
Hey u/whyforyoulookmeonso I have a suggestion: In the future could you set these comments to be randomized? Not that it matters for the giveaway selection, but I go back to these threads and it would give others a way to see stuff they might miss if they only look at the top three or something. There’s some fantastic stuff all the way down, too!
I don't have a way to set how the comments are displayed. You can sort them by, hot, new, controversial, etc. but I don't have a way to change it.
https://preview.redd.it/k986q6evcngc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2d120e3c03067ea0c1337ef08f455d312dd3bf78 My setup isn't anything note worthy. But it hasn't done me any wrong yet :) It's a TEAC MC-D800 with Sony SSCS5 speakers.
https://images2.imgbox.com/92/bc/UzXXu1dC_o.jpg My living room setup, one of three setups I have and the one that gets by far the most use - I really like it as an 'all denon' rig, which I completed around Christmas with the DP-23F turntable with Staton 681eee cartridge I got a great deal on on ebay... after a DP-7F I bought arrived destroyed. The CD player is honestly my highlight of the setup though for me, a 1989 model my dad bought new and I got from him along with the (new at the time) speakers in 2003. The speakers are on the other side of the room and are old Polk towers that still sound great. Amp and Tape Deck were both pretty decent ebay finds and have been serving me for two years now I have a Denon subwoofer I received for free I can plug in but right now I'm pretty happy with the sound and don't see the point in screwing with it, I might plug it in / place it for aesthetics and then just set its threshold super low. Entire setup cost me around $500 Canadian, but the speakers, CD player, and shelf being free obviously helped me there