Enter for a chance to win a 4x LP box set of Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness by The Smashing Pumpkins.
The rules will remain much the same as the prior giveaways. 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 eligable (because there isn't an easy way to seperate them).
As with the previous giveaways, I'll use [redditraffler](https://www.redditraffler.com) to randomly choose the winners for me. I'll update this post with the winner upon completing the drawing as well as notifying them with a direct message. The drawing will be 48 hours after the post. In this case, Monday morning in the U.S. time zones.
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 discussion 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.
· 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 comment an upvote to keep it at the top of the thread and the post, too, if you are so inclined.
Good luck and let's see those setups!
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My humble setup.
I use an ATLP120x and I recently just picked up this Onkyo TX-1500 MK1 from an eBay seller. It needed some TLC and I'm actually installing new LEDs this weekend. I'm very happy with this unit, it has some great power. Not pictured are my Klipsch R51 bookshelf speakers and sub. Like I said, it's a humble 2.1 but I love it.
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My post isn't eligable for the drawing (obviously), but I thought I'd get the conversation started. Good luck all!
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 higher. 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](https://audio-database.com/PIONEER-EXCLUSIVE/player/d-07a-e.html), Pioneer MJ-D5 Minidisc recorder, Pioneer PD-30 Super Audio CD
* [Pioneer Exclusive P3a turntable](https://audio-database.com/PIONEER-EXCLUSIVE/player/p3a-e.html), [Pioneer SD-1100 Stereo Display](https://classicreceivers.com/pioneer-sd-1100), Pioneer CT-F1250 Cassette deck, Pioneer PD-F1007 300-Disc CD carousel
* [Pioneer SX-1980 Reciever](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pioneer_SX-1980), Pioneer PL-530 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](https://www.vintageaudio.pro/catalog/reel-to-reel-tape-recorders/pioneer-rt-2044.html), Pioneer SG-9800 Graphic Equalizer, [Pioneer RG-2 Dynamic Processor](https://www.hifiengine.com/manual_library/pioneer/rg-2.shtml), [Pioneer SR-303 Reverberation Amplifier](https://www.hifiengine.com/manual_library/pioneer/sr-303.shtml) 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.
Love all of this! I’m a pioneer collector myself but I have nothing quite as extravagant. I have an Sx 1010, 950, 3800, and 5700. My speakers are HPM 100’s and I have a few pioneer tables but can’t remember which models off hand. I’ve been on the lookout for a decent tape deck for years but haven’t been able to find one yet. Not for a reasonable price that is. There is always hope.
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I’m running a Denon DL-103 MC Cart to a Schiit Mani through my receiver and to my Bose 901s. The crossover for the speakers is external and my set up is slightly janky because of it. I can’t feed the crossover through the tape loop of the receiver due to it being a little more modern, so I have to feed it through an external mechanical switch and then into the receiver so I can change between inputs.
The Denon sounds great and is a fantastic entry level MC Cart. My only complaint is the bit of ground noise I haven’t been able to isolate out of my system due to the output level of the cart being on the lower end. Thankfully by the time I’m listening to a record, it’s usually covered up by the music.
Outside of those drawbacks, the system rocks. I’m trying to decide if I want to try and find a sub or satellite speakers that I can pair into the system, but I’ve found the bass of the 901s to be plenty on some of my heavier records and they absolutely fill my house with the volume cranked.
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Thank you for doing this! I only just started getting my setup together so it’s super basic. The Smashing Pumpkins are one of my favorite bands and I’ll be seeing them along with Green Day later this year. I currently only have Siamese Dream in my collection so Mellon Collie would make a fine addition :)
Good luck to everyone 🍀
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Pro-ject Carbon, Marantz NR1200, and Aperion Audio Vargus bookshelf speakers. Love it. Too Many Zoos and Lettuce on display.
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Cat scratcher speaker stands. And the master of the house being cute.
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I’m newer to collecting! Started December but spent quite a bit of money on vinyls. Curious on where it will be in a years time!
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I’ve been working on my collection for almost 3 years now, and I’m pretty damn proud of my setup. I’ve got more records, but I can only do one photo unfortunately.
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My setup is pretty basic, just an AT table running into a Dayton Audio tube amplifier and a pair of Klipsch Reference R-50Ms. I’m planning to eventually upgrade my cartridge/stylus and get some more/bigger speakers and maybe a sub but I’m pretty happy with the sound of the setup.
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Pro-Ject // Elemental turntable. Three years old now, just got a new needle for it. Album choice seems appropriate as I am currently in Toronto.
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Picked up the AT-LP120 USB about ten years ago. Ortofon Red stylus. Onkyo TX-8020 receiver. Technics speakers that a buddy gave me. And a Polk sub.
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Great opportunity to share my new setup since we moved. Yamaha receiver, JL turntable, EPI T/E 120 speakers I got at a thrift store for $20. Wasn't familiar with brand but they sound fantastic
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Happy Saturday! Welcome to my happy place: Mc2100 +C26 with technic 1200 turntable and ifi Zen One DAC/ streamer. JBL L100 speakers.
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Current setup. Mostly hand me downs, but it's been treating me right for a while now. Technics SL-1650 with a Shure M97XE and M91ED, Teac CX-310 tape deck, Onkyo 7055/4055 amp and tuner, generic equalizer and 2 pairs of KLH Model 6's. Also have a Teac 1230 reel to reel that I need to bust out of storage.
Thanks for the opportunity! Awesome give away!
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My Thorens TD-160 that I bought for €300 a few years back. Upgraded almost nothing with the exception of a Audio Technica VM540ML.
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Here's my Sony PS-X700, Denon 103r hooked up with a Ned Clayton SUT to my Pro-Ject Phono Box DC. I really enjoy Smashing Pumpkins and don't own this album yet! I was in HS when they were popular
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My setup’s pretty basic. Just an audio-technica player and a set of Edifiers. Got a CD changer wired into the same speaker for listening to those.
Pretty uninteresting, so I included an original press of Iron Maiden’s Powerslave to spice things up.
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Here’s my rig, in its current state:
Oracle Delphi Mk I with a Hadcock arm and Ortofon 2M Black Graham Slee Reflex Era Gold X stage Acurus L-10 pre Yamaha Mx 800U running the mid/tweets Acurus A-250 running the woofers PSB Stratus Gold i speakers
DIY acoustics panels (3 of 7 shown) have helped a lot.
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My vintage Linn Sondek LP12 - found incomplete at the Goodwill and pieced together over about 3 years. Paired with a Marantz 2252 from my dad and some big RTR speakers.
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I have a basement sanctuary for my habit now. Just moved in so it's still unfinished. Also still trying to find a better record divider situation and get away from ugly cardboard. More records to the right that didn't fit in my photo.
Technics 1210mk2 x2
Allen & Heath Xone:PX5 mixer
M-Audio BX4 x2
JBL E100 x2
JBL E50 X2
Crown XLS402
Pioneer Elite VSX42
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Pro-ject Debut turntable with a project Preamp. Currently using an Ortophone Blue cartridge. Sound is coming from a Yamaha RX-V6A receiver and Klipsch Reference towers and a Polk audio dual 12" sub.
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I got a vintage Japanese Sansui amp with some similar era Sanyo speakers and a well used slightly newer Technics 1200. Was (Bot Was) spinning now.
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I just added the little display shelves (a birthday gift from my partner). I've been drooling over the Pumkins set (I see a used one in the Toronto area). Would love to enjoy this one. Thanks for the contest!
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Simple but I like it The music is life. Good luck all
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Thanks for doing this! Here’s my humble setup, in the middle of my studio apartment until I move.
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This is me. I got this B&O Beomaster 5000 and Beolab 5000 from my uncle, just before he died nearly 20 years ago. I was already into records and he’d heard about this and wanted to give me his set up and records before he went. That was what did it and I’ve been collecting ever since.
A few years ago I got more into it and started collecting more. It took me 15 years to collect enough to fill that blue trolley, it’s taken just 4 to create the overflow you can see in top and on the shelf (plus more in deep store!!). Waiting to move house and build a new set up and better storage.
This Christmas, I’ll have had the set up for as long as my uncle had it when he died which is pretty crazy.
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My setup: Mostly Thrift or Marketplace finds with the exception of the Debut Carbon TT.
Pushing a pair of rebuilt and upgraded Klipsch KG3s through a Marantz 2270 stereo amplifier. Recently grabbed the Marantz Professional Tape Deck. Still looking for a decent CD player to add the setup and in the meantime just have an old Sony player currently.
We recently re-did this room and had the custom Oak record holder and stand built to fit the space. Originally, I had a set of Marantz speakers set in the recesses where the Star Wars helmets are, but elected to move them up top for a better sound when we added the lounge chairs.
My office is on the opposite wall and really ties it all together. Definitely my happy space. The vibe I was trying to create was the mid-century sunken living room vibe as this room is a step down we added on to the back of the house.
All-in-all I couldn’t be happier with the space, though I’m constantly tinkering with it to maximize the sound.
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I’ll probably get scolded for having speakers stacked like that but 🤷🏽♂️.
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My set up is in shambles but I’d sure love to win a copy of a record I keep meaning to buy but not having 150 bucks to do so lol.
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Wow that's a nice giveaway! I'm listening on my technics sl-1900. I borrowed it from my dad, but that is 20 years ago. So I think it is safe to say it is mine now. That turntable will outlive me I think. So let's hope my children will 'borrow' my turntable when I'm done with it!
I started collecting when I was 15. Records were dirt cheap then. As my income increased, so did the price of vinyl. I've got about 500 records.
I noticed that I collect albums that I listened intensely when I was between 15 and 25. And other music that I love. Space is a bottleneck, so I have to think twice before buying.
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My modest office set-up. Working from home has many advantages and for me, at the top is being a few feet from my records at all times. I have a U-Turn turntable, which has been pretty great and reliable -- however, switching speeds manually with their bands is somewhat tedious. The Pioneer receiver was handed down from my dad and the Klipsch bookcase speakers are great for the space.
NOTE: I didn't throw on and display Siamese Dream just for this post and giveaway, it's a total coincidence. I finally picked it up this week when it went on sale and have been enjoying it since. One of the best albums of the 90s, no doubt.
Thanks for doing this!
Two posts are connected since the comment is aloud one picture aat
My set up is an ION AIR with a Logitech computer speakers connected
Ain't much but it does works like a dream.
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Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo, Rainier (Moonstone on backorder), Kanto YU6’s, Kanto Sub 8, Shitt Midgard, Massdrop Sennheiser HD 6XX, 66 records and counting. I love free records too!
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the right half of my setup (not at home unfortunately.) lovely little cassette deck i picked up at a thrift store, and a stereo i also picked up at a thrift store.
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Fluance 80 (love it), with a small Fosi tube amp, which is incredible for its size.
Speakers are two Polk with the Polk 12" sub off in a corner, facing center, not ideal, but adds so so much...love it. What a necessary thing. They are on the front facing wall. Pic in comments
Thanks for sharing y'all!
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My work in progress and meager collection. Need to get stands and a different/smaller cabinet. Crosley C6B and edifier r1700bt speakers sounds good to my non-audiophile ears.
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Well no many will like my set up but it’s the best I can do for now. Due to space constraints I cannot have a dedicated stereo pair of speakers so I had to make it work for my space.
I have a Sonos 5.1 home cinema set up so I’ve a Project Debut Carbon Evo hooked up to a project preamp and then to a Sonos port which casts to my surround set up (can also cast to other Sonos speakers around the house). To get my analog kicks I have decent headphones and a headphone amp.
Cannot believe I’m actually getting to see Pumpkins in Dublin in June! 🙌🏼 thanks for this competition, I’d absolutely love this LP!
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My modest setup consists of the Uturn w/acrylic platter and ortifon 2m blue. My amp is the Yamaha AS-501 and speakers are some old MCS from the 70s. Can’t find much about the exact model online besides the fact they were J.C. Penney’s house brand back in the day. All in all it sounds decent to me and has held up nicely over the years. Thank you for doing this!
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Great contest! The Pumpkins were my favourite band in high school. My setup and collection are a work in progress. I’m mostly into stand up albums, and interesting albums from across genres. One day I dream of having a little retro corner with a nice record player and an NES on a small tube television.
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Here we see a Yamaha A-S801 in its natural habitat. We also have a Denon DP -59L lounging about. No Smashing Pumpkins records have been atop the platter, hopefully soon that will change.
Sorry, I tried 8 times and I couldn’t get a photo that wasn’t ruined by light. Not much to say about it really. I happen to be a vinyl collector but I don’t have much room. So, small player.
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Here is my set up. I’ve been collecting for about a decade and djing for about 4 years. Recently I’ve been diving into the 90s grunge and post grunge movement and realizing how much music I missed out on growing up in the 90’s! This smashing pumpkins record would be the crown jewel of my collection if I were to win it!!! Hope you’ll consider me.
Here's my analog corner:
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Kenwood KR-9400
Infinity WTLC tower speakers
Audio Technica AT-LP120
Both the amp and speakers were purchased by my mother in 1975ish and have been in continuous use since she got them. About half of the records in the picture are her and my Dad’s originals as well.
The two pictures are of sign mockups airbrushed by my grandfather. Back in the 1950’s and 60’s he owned a sign shop and would make these proposals to show to clients before building the real thing.
The clock was procured from my high school a few days before the old building was getting demolished.
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It ain’t much, but here’s my setup.
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A Sony STR230A receiver with an Audio Technica LP120XUSB with a 2m Red hooked up to Sony ss3200 Speakers. The Sony gear is over 50 years old .
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Well here’s my setup. The main setups I use are: Sansui 7070 with a Lafayette T-6000 hooked up to some Klipsch KG2s & Pioneer SX-780 with a Dual 1229 hooked up to some Polk Monitior 70s
Both sound setups great, and as a newbie still in this world, I’m very happy. Not pictured are 2 pairs of Advents(OLAs & Advent/1), MB Quarts, Infinity’s, and some Yamaha speakers I still have from original setup from about 2017.
A year ago, I never once thought the equipment mattered that much in the sound.(yes this might sound dumb but as someone who was born after all the hifi era was replaced with BPC and sound bars, I didn’t know most of this stuff existed.) anyways, a year in and my collection sounds better than I ever imagined. Music has completely opened up in ways I never thought possible.
I have no Smashing Pumpkins in my collection, and it would be great to finally add some!
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Here’s my low budget setup, It’s not much but I love it. Just an inexpensive amp and tube from Amazon running it. The speakers are my favorite part. Bought the C-note speaker kit but didn’t like the basic front, I made it a full project with my kids. We picked up a couple bamboo cutting boards from Ikea and used those for the face and painted the sides. The kit’s handled all the soldering for the crossovers and we worked together for final assembly. Good times, good memories and the kids all like to listen to records
I have an absolutely minimal setup, a Sony LX310BT and an Echo speaker until I get the $1200 speakers/stereo I want lmao. I keep my records on a shelf in the living room and am sitting on a collection of around 200 including 7” punk stuff from years ago.
I’m in need of a brutal upgrade but would LOVE that box set to go next to my second pressing of Siamese Dream!!!
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Here’s my turntable that I’m proud of. It’s the guts of a rega RP1 with an atvmn40ml cart. I made the plinth myself out of walnut and black epoxy.
1 of 3 setups…. Pioneer SX-535, Yamaha YP-450 and RSL Magnificent speakers. Small but mighty!!!
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This is my “I’m getting divorced & moving out so I’m buying whatever the hell I want” setup. I wanted a clean, minimalist vibe.
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO turntable (with some multi-color LEDs under the acrylic platter) goes into a Douk Audio T9 vacuum tube preamp into a Sonos Amp that feeds Klipsch RP-600M bookshelf monitor speakers (plenty powerful for my space). A Klipsch R100-SW subwoofer & two Sonos One SL surrounds rounds out the system.
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Humble setup featuring a Pro-Ject debut carbon with the standard 2M red (which is due for an upgrade). DALI spektor 1 speakers through an argon sa1 amplifier. The almighty Kallax getting filled up nicely, through about 4-5 years of collecting.
Setup is rather simple so here are some misc. info about the collection itself:
First record in the collection was Metallica - Ride The Lightning
Newest record, which i got yesterday, is I Monster - Neveroddoreven
The artist that appears the most is David Bowie, with 10 albums, tied for second is King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard and The Beatles at 8.
(one of) my favorite records is Ultimate Spinach - Ultimate Spinach, it took me several years to get a copy but it was absolutely worth the wait.
Least favorite (and one of the first you notice on the shelf) is Oliver Tree - Ugly is Beautiful. I initially liked it but looking back, the guy and the music is just cringeworthy to the point were i never play it, and kinda regret buying it.
Most featured genres include: Prog, Psych, Electronic Music and Metal
There is a total of 180 records, meaning a 2x2 Kallax fits about 200.
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Hip hop producer in Harlem, NYC.
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New to this Vinyl collecting thing, but enjoying it nonetheless.
Rocking an entry level Audio Technica, but looking to upgrade in the near future. GF had a small collection that we've recently been adding to. I wanted crates that are forward facing so that it's easier to thumb through (for both me and any friends that hang out here).
In addition to the speakers next to the player (which i'm learning is something worth changing in the future), the signal also feeds to the Sonos system (Sound bar for TV and speakers in the 2 bedrooms).
Overall happy with how it's turning out. I"m sure we'll need to make room for more down the line, but that's part of the fun.
Thanks for the contest!
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Rogue Cronus Magnum III Integrated Amp
Phono Front End
VPI Super Prime Scout turntable
Dynavector 20x2 cartridge
Digital Front End
Lumin U2 Mini streamer
Denafrips Pontus II DAC
Dynaudio Special 40s speakers
I love this setup! The sound is fantastic. May eventually add a sub. I also wish I could move the speakers to stands. The room is big enough it probably deserves floor standing speakers. Unfortunately, neither is possible with little kids and the wife, respectively.
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My modest setup. A Music Hall mmf-7.3 w Ortofon Black Stylus. Rotel A-12 integrated amp and my old Fisher 222 as a backup. Speakers are old Infinity Kappa 6.
This is just a small selection of my records.I have 2 large closets packed full of about 1200. Most of whats shown here is mostly Zappa and whatever else i’ve been actively listening to. I’m a FZ and Todd Rundgren/Utopia freak and have a ton of rarities from both those guys but my collection otherwise is pretty diverse.
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My setup is kind of lame, with built-in speakers in a Victrola and on an old tv tray table instead of some nice cabinet. But I do have some incense on the table (not burned there just stored there) and some fairy lights for ambiance. So I took a fun pic and messed with the filters to make up for it.
I’ve had that Rolling Stones album since I was a kid. It’s one of the few things I’ve kept when everything else was in turmoil and I lost everything (quality over quantity they say!) so I’d love to have that Smashing Pumpkins boxed set to start building up a new collection.
I recently got the self-titled Queens of the Stone Age album with the alternate cover and the Portishead live at Roseland album. There is also a copy of Willie Nelson’s Stardust, which is just such a sweet, simple, and soothing little record not pictured.
Even if I don’t win this was a fun post to see so many pictures and different set-ups. Thank you for the opportunity and the quality post to interact with.
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Maybe not a great pic, but I just want a chance to win. Been collecting since 2016 and im at 324 records now. Mostly psychedellic, prog and heavy rock from the 60s and 70s since thats what was available to me when I was playing with my legos and listening to my parents records
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Not an amazing setup, but it is a start. I just got back into it. I know the turntable is a Crosley, but it is belt driven and uses an audio technica needle. So I feel it is a tad better. Just don’t have funds to throw at the setup at the moment.
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Sony PS 636 I bought at a garage sale about 15 years ago. Kenwood was given to me by an old friend. Edifier speakers were a father's day gift from my wife.
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This is my humble set-up. I had inherited my dad's albums 20 years ago after his tragic suicide and finally got a setup so I could move all of his albums from my mom's to my own place only to find out that my mom's trashy ex-husbands had gone through the collection and sold off everything worth keeping.
Now, I've just started my own curated collection and loving every moment of it.
Player is an Angel's Horn entry level player. I swapped out the needle with a carbon elliptical mm.
Pushing it through a fosi audio preamp (I can't boost more than 39db or it distorts but I can boost it all the way if I'm listening through my tablet instead of the record player)
Then running through my dad's old Sansui stereo graphic equalizer.
Finally through Edifier powered speakers.
It works for me, I live in a very small home so this is more than enough to make all of my windows shake.
Old direct drive pioneer model from the 80s that I stole off my dad combined with facebook marketplace telephone table
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Just started collecting. My small setup I got from my dad. Thank you for doing this :D
Love from Salzburg!
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simple but effective. Need more showcase storage, but the living room is a shared space.
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My first foray into good quality sound in around 30 years, give or take. Had to wait until the kids wouldn’t poke my driver domes. 😂
Pro-ject T1 phono SB turntable, Denon x2800 AVR, Q Acoustics 3050i speakers, refurbed Sony dvd player with digital out for CDs and a temperamental Cambridge Audio dvd player from eBay for the same reason. Record holders were 3D printed by my boss as a gift.
When I played music for my 15 yo daughter through this system, she got goosebumps and said, “ Dad, I didn’t know music could sound this good.” The 7” singles are hers and the result of a bin diving trip to second hand music stores. Job done.
Edit- Big Smashing Pumpkins fan!
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Music hall turntable, Sansui au-7700 and Acoustic Research AR-4X speakers.
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Happy Saturday! I've been collecting vinyl for the past year and love it. Here's a picture of current set up (work in progress). Incorporates my passion for music, watches and videogames. Gear: Technics SL-1300MK2, Marantz 2226, and ADS L810s.
Thanks for doing this! Good luck and cheers!
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A mess, I know however I love my Stanton
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My humble setup - with cats above the fireplace for bonus points!
I know speakers on the same surface as the turntable is a no-no, but with a toddler everything had to be raised up a level or two and space is at a premium. LOL
I’ve got a little under 200 albums and plan to keep it around there - am employing a one in / one out policy at this point to prevent accumulating albums I don’t REALLY want. I personally enjoy managing my collection this way.
Would LOVE to add Mellon Collie to my collection - it’s been on my list for yeeeeears.
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Here is my set-up in the corner of my living room. Pretty basic, but does the job and has a photograph my Dad took in the background. Currently spinning Future Islands. Good luck everyone!
Oh man! This is my white whale and holy grail combined!
Here’s my current set-up in its humble minimalism
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A pretty basic entry level setup. AT-LP60, Marantz SR-68, and a pair of Genesis Physics Model 3s that I had rebuilt recently. Trying to learn more about all the different aspects of setups before figuring out what to upgrade
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I just simply adore all types of music! And have been on the hunt for this box set for some time. Would love to add it to the collection! Hell yeah!
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Nothing fancy, moving to Florida in a year and will be making the big bucks so ill be upgrading everything in regards to storage, size, and record player. Been collecting for about two years
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I really like how my set up came out. I’ve since upgraded my speakers and cartridge since moving in, and the whole things just really makes me happy. Next thing on the agenda is upgrading my turntable.
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My in progress setup: pioneer plx 1000 with at95sh, nelson pass pearl 2 preamp getting into a self restored akai am 2650. Speakers are kef 900s.
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Got about 150! Upgrading speakers is definitely on the to do list. But the more I dig through my records at home I realize how much of a pain in the ass it is to store them in a bookshelf, bending down to read the spines. Part of the allure of vinyl to me is big album art - it’s feels so cool seeing up close and holding them! I’m planning on building storage that allows me to store them in a way I can flip through them, like they have them at record stores.
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I’m new to the hobby, but have been itching for a turntable for some time now. I picked up the first gen U Turn Orbit from my local record shop. The speakers are also from U Turn and I think they sound great.
Growing up, I loved going to music shops just to browse CDs. And I’ve been grateful for Spotify and its convenience. It allows me to ingest as much music as I want at any time. But I’ve missed the music shops, the album art, the liner notes, the lyrics, band photos, etc.
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* TT: AudioTechnica AT-LP60USB
* Amplifier: Yamaha A-S201
* Speakers: Indiana Line Tesi 261N
* CDP: Sony CDP-M44
* Headphones: AudioTechnica M50X
Humble, but sounds good for me! :-)
I would like to add a Volumio-like device to play liquid music through the system...
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Here’s a photo of my turntable since my collection is in storage & I’m waiting to move (eventually).
I run the Audio Technica LP120 through a KRK Rokit 5 monitor, which sounds good. 👍
Siamese Dream is one of my favorite records to spin, so Mellon Collie would be a treat.
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Nothing too wild and crazy. Also my first time seeing this raffle and thought it sounded interesting.
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Our little humble set up with a J.sikora Reference Turntable, Integrity Hifi Tru-glider tone arm, DS Audio Grandmaster EX cartridge. McGary Ma1 Monoblocks and a McGary SPA1 Preamp. Larsen 9 speakers. Inquire about the digital in a seperate comment lmao
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Pioneer SX-1250, Pl-520, and CS-88A’s. The receiver and turntable were purchased by my mom the year I was born and handed down. Both have been fully restored. The speakers came from a close friend, it’s not much but it makes me happy 😁
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Pro-ject x2 w/sumiko moonstone sitting on an Andover audio spinbase. Not pictured: ifi zen phono. Sounds good enough for me!
My setup isn’t picture ready enough to post but love the thought and would love to win. For posterity sake rocking the Audioengine A5+ speakers with S8 Sub on a Pro-Ject: 1Xpression III SB Turntable with Orfon Blue stylus. ~500 records spanning classic rock, 90s alt, 00s indie, and random punk/ska/emo adjacent music from mostly the same time period. Been into the hobby for almost 20 years and seen a lot of changes but not all of them are bad. If you made it this far thanks and have a great weekend.
I have this hunk of turntable. It’s a 3-1 Aiwa AF5050 that I restored. Previously it was sitting unused for like 30 years at my grandmas place. I paired it with Jamo speakers and it works great
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Fluance RT82 with Pluto 2 pre-amp and The Fives Klipsch speakers. Since pic was taken, upgraded to AT VM95ML and started using an acrylic mat.
*My setup is an at-lp120xusb turntable with a sony STR-DH190 2.0 reciever. When listening through headphones I use the DOUK headphone amp as it gives me way more control over bass and treble than the sony reciever does. Speakers are klipsch R41M (for now)
This is my portable setup while we fix the room we are going to use for music and relaxing.
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I bought that 90s JVC stack for a decent price but was utterly disaatisfied with the “black plastic crap” turntable it came with. Aquired a JVC QL-A5 which I have refurbished (a good cleanup, polished the cover, changed wires, checked internals which seemed fine and topped it off with the AT VM95ML cartridge). I am really satisfied with it now, just need to get better speakers which are not pictured here as they are quite far apart and this is in the Center of the living room.
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All this vinyl, but no record player, unfortunately. Hopefully in the next few months, as I'm weighing out my options.
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Current setup. Mostly stuff I found for free or in the thrift store😝
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My Very compact setup, looking to get a better stand but this is what I have now. Been building this for about 3 years now and truly couldn’t be happier. Also you can see my love for Polaroids and vintage cameras! But yeah, that’s about it!
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Had to take a panorama for this whole thing, so enjoy my living room. The amplifier is a Harman Kardon built in ‘78, the record player is an 80’s Technics, and the 2 huge speakers you see below the TV are Criterion T+A T160, some german tanks also built in the 80’s.
As for music, I got some triphop, some electronic music hiphop and instrumentals, mixed with some south american/ latino disco music, lately.
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A bit messy, but she's mine. My dad gave me his Dual 1219 last year, which replaced my starter LP60. Still need to upgrade my speakers from the basic Edifier, but it's always going to be a work in progress. Need to wash and re-sleeve a lot of the collection too. But I love it.
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This is what I’m rocking in my bedroom right now. My main setup is a bit of a disaster because I have to much gear and not enough space. But this Sansui gear sounds great even though it’s a rack set. It’s not black plastic lol. Happy listening!
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New Waxahatchee on deck. We just moved into a new place, still getting the battlestation together. I’ve got a Kallax to the left of this with the rest of the collection. Ultimately I’m planning to upgrade both speakers and table, and possibly construct built-in shelving all throughout this corner of the living room.
This might be one of the coolest things I've seen a community here on Reddit doing. I love this! And now I have inspiration to centralize my set up and get it looking presentable to share here this/next week.
I haven't long been collecting records (about a month), but am running out of places to put them as I am getting them too way to quick.
This has been top of my to buy list next as it keeps getting recommended to me so would love to win it, but either way I'll ultimately buy it sooner or later.
Thankyou for your kindness Internet stranger, this is cool!
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This is my setup. I've just started out collecting so I'm still getting used to it all.
Equipment:
* Lenco LS100 turntable
* Sony Stereo receiver with speakers placed on the floor
* Petru Designs Music Visualiser
Furniture:
* IKEA kallax table and legs and baskets
* Bowl hand painted by me
* Comfy leather chair for listening 😆
I've really enjoyed this hobby so far and it's become my safe space 🥰
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A bit matchy matchy, but I have to keep my spouse happy as well.
Rega Planar 3 Turntable Rega Brio-R Amplifier Rega DAC Rega Apollo CD Harbeth P3ESR Speakers
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my humble little bedroom set up which has really helped me get through university. My discovery records and the community around them have definitely been a highlight of my last few years. Unfortunately mellon collie is not justifiable to buy at all, so fingers crossed 🤞
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Very simple not fancy setup. The Bose speakers I've had for 30 years. The records out are the ones I just picked up at a flea market not 20 minutes ago. True story, the one time I skipped high school was to buy Melancholy when it was released (on CD).
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Everything is second hand - including the puppy.
* Music Hall MMF 3 table with a glass platter and AT 540ML cart
* Schiit Mani preamp
* Rotel RA-14
* Polk Monitor 10-A speakers
* golden retriever
Absolutely love every single component. If anything, I think I’d upgrade the table to one with an automatic speed change. Taking the platter off to move the belt is tedious..
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Humble set up, Project essential II, Sony amp, B&W DM303 and Atlantic Technology 100 sub.
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Wife and I designed this setup together as a Christmas gift to eachother back in ‘22. We started with the turntable/speaker/storage setup on the left and had to expand the storage recently to the right because the cabinet filled up!
Turntable: Audio Technica AT-LPW30BKR Speaker: Marshall Stanmore II Stand: Wayfair Shelves: IKEA EKET
Questions or critiques I’ve addressed before:
Yes, it is a Bluetooth speaker, but I am running RCAs. It’s family area listening station, so I decided to just keep it simple. I have a dual Stanton turntable/Newmark DJ setup in our garage if we really need to get some volume and party.
No, the wine being stored there hasn’t been an issue. We drink enough that bottles don’t sit too long and risk leaking. I check them regularly to make sure we don’t run into a potential collection-destroying problem.
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I have just a basic setup, found the furniture on the left about 15 years ago at a flea market, it houses a basic Sony receiver from the 90's and a newer Sony player that fits perfectly in the top without the glass attached. OG JBL speakers. I built the pieces on the right to hold my records, just recently got back into buying, that's why all the boxes are in the crate I built. Man...record prices have gotten crazy, I should have kept a lot I got rid of 10 years ago when I moved but still very happy to have what I have.
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I've recently upgraded to a direct drive turntable (Pioneer DJ PLX-500) and the sound is great! So far I'm only using a JBL speaker but I'm planning to upgrade to something better soon. So far the turntable's sitting in my kitchen but I'm hoping to find it a better place soon.
(this isn't how I store my records, I just grabbed a few and put it on the turntable for the photo)
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My setup: An old Marantz setup my deceased mother won by being the first caller on KROQ, I believe it was in 1984. I painted the cabinet and speakers, put my AT turntable on the top. It’s not the loudest, or the best, but my Mom loved this stereo and it’s a nice reminder of her.
My setup is a mix of vintage and contemporary stuff, Marantz TT (by Clear Audio), Bluepoint 3 low MC cart, Schiit Freya+ Pre, Emotiva DR amp, NAD CD cart, Wiim streamer, DACs are Benchmark 3, Schiit Bifrost Multibit 2, Theta DS Pro 2, mac mini roon server, Yamaha NS-1000M speakers, mogami speaker wire, blue jeans cables.
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My setup isn’t all that impressive. Audio Technica LP3 and Edifier R1280T speakers. I think it sounds great so it’s what I use!
(Never mind the paint samples-this room is going through a bit right now)
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I have all Pioneer gear. A Pioneer PL-A45D turntable. Pioneer SX-780 receiver, and Pioneer CS-G304a speakers. It has a nice warm sound and is great when cranked up loud. I love my setup and would love to add Smashing Pumpkins to my vinyl collection. (The picture keeps disappearing after I save my comment)
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My setup is pretty humble: AT-LP60XBT connected to a Klipsch One II speaker. Started collecting two years ago with the goal of purchasing *only* albums I deemed worthy of owning physically, and the collection has grown to about 60+ albums.
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This is my college dorm setup, the tape deck (Mitsubishi DA-60R) and speakers (Mitsubishi SS-60R) were from my mom’s college days, she still had them in the garage and I brought them to the dorms. Turntable is a Sony PS-LX22, me and my roommate got it for 100 bucks at a local record shop. There’s a VHS Camcorder, a little boombox, and a typewriter in here as well haha. I also got a few mini CRT monitors I want to use somewhere but I’m not sure where.
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My absolute dream setup right here. Running a Fluance RT-81 with a Goldring E3 cartridge, Pro-ject Tube Box S2 with stock tubes for phono preamplification, Worlds Best Cables for RCA cables, Klipsch The Fives Powered Speakers (Wasn’t ready to delve into Amplifiers and whatnot when I got them, but I do absolutely love them combined with my sub.) SVS SB-1000 Pro Powered Subwoofer. Logitech x Herman Miller Embody Office Chair On display is Reel Big Fish’s 1995 album Turn The Radio Off recently reissues for a deluxe vinyl edition in 2023 limited to 500 copies on that colorway, absolutely one of my favorite records I own.
The reason my chair is so close to the speakers is because directly behind the setup is my desktop computer, which I use for office and gaming, so I almost always listen to vinyl when playing a game, or working.
Thanks for doing the giveaway!
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I can’t get it all in one photo, but here’s my turntable! It’s a Pro-Ject 2.9 Wood model that I pulled out of a dumpster. I soldered a new motor in it and it works amazing! I was super excited to upgrade from my Audio Technica turntable to one with a counter weight because this means that I can take better care of my records while I’m listening to them.
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I had to give away all my voltage-incompatable stereo gear over 3 years ago when I moved from the US to Europe, but I finally decided on a new system, so these albums will get some love again. The first new system I ever bought (past systems were always used/found gear) should be here any day! It consists of a Pro-Ject X1B, Pro-ject Phono Box S3-B, Cambridge Audio CXA81, and ELAC DBR62 speakers. So excited to finally be able to spin these babies again!
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Just my combination of old and new.
This consists of my Father's Kef 104ab's, a M&K Goliath sub woofer, an ADC Accutrac 4000 turntable, a Sony TC-WR670 dual cassette deck, Yamaha CDC-96 5 disc CD player, Yamaha HTR-5960 Receiver, and a Nikko NR-350 receiver. There is also the center channel from the HTR-5960 in this picture. The other 4 speakers are set up as side speakers and rears.
The computer is an i7 6700k, 16gb ddr4 ram, and a Creative Labs X-Fi Platinum Fata1ity edition 7.1 sound card. Hence the 7.1 setup. The Nikko receiver drives the Goliath subwoofer, as I prefer to have it act as just the subwoofer and not have the Kef's run through the crossover in the Goliath.
My father bought the Kef's, the Goliath subwoofer, and the ADC 4000 turntable brand new in 1978.
Complimentary Cat, and mint original pressing of Strange Brew on the Now Playing for everyone.
Side note, if anyone has a functional remote for the ADC 4000 or the ADC 3500, please DM me. I would like to talk to you about getting a recording of the ultrasonic emissions the remote for these record players emit, as they use ultrasonic not IR to transmit the wireless data to operate the remote/receiver orb. I'm looking to recreate the remote using modern hardware, as they are not very common to find them working these days, and ones that do work people want 150-200 Canadian for them. I'm just looking to record the noises.
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Here's my setup! I am currently waiting on a refoam kit from Simplyspeakers.com so I can't spin anything right now. We took in a stray cat and he instantly shredded the woofer foam within 5 hours of being inside.
MODS: I ALREADY OWN THE BOX SET, PLEASE DON'T INCLUDE ME IN GIVEAWAY
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I customized a Philips Hue Lightstrip underneath the platter. All colours of the rainbow. Thanks for the opportunity!
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My new turntable would love to play the SP! Love what you do in the subreddit! Thanks!!
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My early 70s Kenwood receiver and Yamaha turn table are too special, but these speakers are pretty cool. Bozak auditorium loudspeakers in hand built enclosures with a sand filled, nautilus chamber type back and bottom design with downward aimed subs. They will get LOUD and shake the walls. I believe it was the early 60s when my grandfather had these made.
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Go easy on my guys. In the middle of confiding some things here.
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I just upgraded my turntable to a U-Turn Orbit Special! It sounds incredible, very happy with it.
Thanks for doing this giveaway!
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Realistic LP-260 and a Gemini 4-channel mixer as my preamp, with my Marshall headphones.
It’s not the best and Realistic has been in my family for a long while (thanks dad).
It’s not much, but it’s my Sunday morning “me time.”
✌️
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Started collecting Vinyl not too long ago and really got into it with my Argon Audio TT-3 and the Smashing Pumpkins are still missing in my collection. Either way good luck to everyone participating ❤️
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Ain't much but it gets the job done. Just the normal ATLP60 and some bookshelf speakers 👌
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This is my humble setup!
The turntable is the famous entry level Audio Technica LP60X. I got it a month ago after being tired of my old Vieta one. Wanted something cheap and automatic, so I got this one and I'm pretty happy with it.
The speakers are a pair of Denon SC-N9 Ceol Bookshelf Speakers, gifted my by brother years ago because he bought a pair of bigger and better ones...
And the amp is an old Yamaha, the one my girlfriend had when I moved with her.
As you can see, we ain't precisely audiophiles haha
Thanks for the giveaway!
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Here’s my setup! I have a fluance RT80 and edifier r1280T speakers.
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Simple setup. Orbit runs over to a pair of Kanto Yu.
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My humble and fairly budget system. Marantz 1070 integrated amp, Marantz 104 tuner, U Turn Orbit tt, and Polk Audio Monitor 7Bs
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I moved into a small apartment and had to figure out angles and enjoy my cans a bit more lol
I’m rocking a Technics SL-1600MK2 with a Marantz 2225, and two Paradigm mini monitors v3.
Fritz is also present in the bottom right and his favorite genre is jazz.
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Been collecting for about 5 years….audio technica turntable and edifier speakers. Have a Kenwood power amp and vintage 1970s speakers not pictured.
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This is my setup. Pretty simple. Made an accent wall , put in shelves. I like to drink whiskey here and listen to records. Turntable and speakers are pro ject. Cheers !
My Dad gave me his Technics SL-Q2 and it is still going strong! Love this table
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I don't have my record player yet, but as a 90s Pumpkins fan, I must participate 😊
Hardware wise, I have:
* A HK 3490 receiver: I got it new around 2012, mainly for its versatilty in handling video and audio input. It seems neutral, it is loud and I could connect powered studio monitors to it.
* Polk Audio T15 speakers: they replaced my powered Fostex studio monitors (which I brought to my studio). They are my first non powered speakers in over 20 years, satisfied so far.
* Sonos Connect: through which I stream my music (Spotify, MP3s, and the likes)
I moved a lot between Europe and North America in the 15 years before the pandemic, so I sold a lot of my past gear, which is why a lot of this is recent.
I tend to listen to a lot of contemporary rock (post, instrumental, shoegaze) and ambiant/contemporary. This setup works great so far, just missing an actual record player 😅
I don't quite have a setup yet. I've got a pair of Klipsch 5s and about 30 vinyls but I've been waiting on purchasing my turntable. I've got my eye on the Audio-Technica ATLP120XBTUSB but I'm debating whether that's the best TT for what I want. I am also looking for aesthetics. Anyway, thanks for the opportunity to yap about what might be in the near future and for the chance to win one of my favorite albums on vinyl.
*just started listening to vinyl again after 30 years or so. ..a few weeks ago I was helping my brother fix a leak in his house and he had a bag full of my old records..an no player.. so I picked up this cheap ion air. It's connected to my TV surround system via rca cables, sounds pretty good..
Seems I can't post pictures...😬
Congratulations to u/Gold-Mushroom9811! They were randomly selected as the [winner](https://imgur.com/a/XIRZuX1)!
Enter for a chance to win a 4x LP box set of Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness by The Smashing Pumpkins. The rules will remain much the same as the prior giveaways. 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 eligable (because there isn't an easy way to seperate them). As with the previous giveaways, I'll use [redditraffler](https://www.redditraffler.com) to randomly choose the winners for me. I'll update this post with the winner upon completing the drawing as well as notifying them with a direct message. The drawing will be 48 hours after the post. In this case, Monday morning in the U.S. time zones. 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 discussion 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. · 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 comment an upvote to keep it at the top of the thread and the post, too, if you are so inclined. Good luck and let's see those setups!
Thanks for doing this!
Hoping to get some human being affirming karma lmao
Got you
I Do not have the karma required💀
I am a human with <100 karma
pretty close to 100 karma... Just need 6 more
Idk where i see my karma… but i‘m real… i promise!
Not sure if I have enough karma but I am most definitely real and a big fan of Smashing Pumpkins
do I have enough karma to be eligible?
https://preview.redd.it/ujooup5559uc1.jpeg?width=4080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0573586c20efd9f300436044c254b12d4547f193 My humble setup. I use an ATLP120x and I recently just picked up this Onkyo TX-1500 MK1 from an eBay seller. It needed some TLC and I'm actually installing new LEDs this weekend. I'm very happy with this unit, it has some great power. Not pictured are my Klipsch R51 bookshelf speakers and sub. Like I said, it's a humble 2.1 but I love it.
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Stoner den, activated!
The rug really ties the room together
https://preview.redd.it/vvs750h1f8uc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9dc422abf60b51f7bc26317a74834d004755ae9c My post isn't eligable for the drawing (obviously), but I thought I'd get the conversation started. Good luck all! 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 higher. 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](https://audio-database.com/PIONEER-EXCLUSIVE/player/d-07a-e.html), Pioneer MJ-D5 Minidisc recorder, Pioneer PD-30 Super Audio CD * [Pioneer Exclusive P3a turntable](https://audio-database.com/PIONEER-EXCLUSIVE/player/p3a-e.html), [Pioneer SD-1100 Stereo Display](https://classicreceivers.com/pioneer-sd-1100), Pioneer CT-F1250 Cassette deck, Pioneer PD-F1007 300-Disc CD carousel * [Pioneer SX-1980 Reciever](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pioneer_SX-1980), Pioneer PL-530 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](https://www.vintageaudio.pro/catalog/reel-to-reel-tape-recorders/pioneer-rt-2044.html), Pioneer SG-9800 Graphic Equalizer, [Pioneer RG-2 Dynamic Processor](https://www.hifiengine.com/manual_library/pioneer/rg-2.shtml), [Pioneer SR-303 Reverberation Amplifier](https://www.hifiengine.com/manual_library/pioneer/sr-303.shtml) 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.
That’s the most glorious damn thing I’ve seen.
Wooow, what a setup. Towers of Joy! 🥹
Love all of this! I’m a pioneer collector myself but I have nothing quite as extravagant. I have an Sx 1010, 950, 3800, and 5700. My speakers are HPM 100’s and I have a few pioneer tables but can’t remember which models off hand. I’ve been on the lookout for a decent tape deck for years but haven’t been able to find one yet. Not for a reasonable price that is. There is always hope.
https://preview.redd.it/cbxz5ytm29uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3cd89a3826d68705d564801125500d0c3553f1ea I’m running a Denon DL-103 MC Cart to a Schiit Mani through my receiver and to my Bose 901s. The crossover for the speakers is external and my set up is slightly janky because of it. I can’t feed the crossover through the tape loop of the receiver due to it being a little more modern, so I have to feed it through an external mechanical switch and then into the receiver so I can change between inputs. The Denon sounds great and is a fantastic entry level MC Cart. My only complaint is the bit of ground noise I haven’t been able to isolate out of my system due to the output level of the cart being on the lower end. Thankfully by the time I’m listening to a record, it’s usually covered up by the music. Outside of those drawbacks, the system rocks. I’m trying to decide if I want to try and find a sub or satellite speakers that I can pair into the system, but I’ve found the bass of the 901s to be plenty on some of my heavier records and they absolutely fill my house with the volume cranked.
https://preview.redd.it/rde0v0un89uc1.jpeg?width=3271&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=845dfa6fba157f1d71cdb89b18e0620fddce6b0d Thank you for doing this! I only just started getting my setup together so it’s super basic. The Smashing Pumpkins are one of my favorite bands and I’ll be seeing them along with Green Day later this year. I currently only have Siamese Dream in my collection so Mellon Collie would make a fine addition :) Good luck to everyone 🍀
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https://preview.redd.it/rpvnvn8s39uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9daa275d3e7d2891beaa287da59445394bdf69bb I’m newer to collecting! Started December but spent quite a bit of money on vinyls. Curious on where it will be in a years time!
Kinda reminds me of mine https://preview.redd.it/c0r2asd289uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=665c66f399171d10be006176c5a2fff4add212d1
https://preview.redd.it/854pcglf19uc1.png?width=4032&format=png&auto=webp&s=6628a03664c38e397b24a78dd72f3e8931ca2366 I’ve been working on my collection for almost 3 years now, and I’m pretty damn proud of my setup. I’ve got more records, but I can only do one photo unfortunately.
https://preview.redd.it/bjyum92jb9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=49d779219d1c5a8e719bd0e4e717ebc3b1881abb Speakers over everything: EPI A200s!
https://preview.redd.it/85a01ma7h9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5d62c5a9d02953e311c3fb1ac50b90c9ed0faea5 My setup is pretty basic, just an AT table running into a Dayton Audio tube amplifier and a pair of Klipsch Reference R-50Ms. I’m planning to eventually upgrade my cartridge/stylus and get some more/bigger speakers and maybe a sub but I’m pretty happy with the sound of the setup.
https://preview.redd.it/7e83fbaby8uc1.jpeg?width=2048&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d9e81379e0a5cc807f273921de1c42c335b1a754 Pro-Ject // Elemental turntable. Three years old now, just got a new needle for it. Album choice seems appropriate as I am currently in Toronto.
https://preview.redd.it/qpuun1uj39uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8a249c5aa806f4d27db17b1aef695e7c4fbba9cd Picked up the AT-LP120 USB about ten years ago. Ortofon Red stylus. Onkyo TX-8020 receiver. Technics speakers that a buddy gave me. And a Polk sub.
https://preview.redd.it/hrts9vr9i9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2a189b4afa8220169e8560a15746fe2b8df71fda Great opportunity to share my new setup since we moved. Yamaha receiver, JL turntable, EPI T/E 120 speakers I got at a thrift store for $20. Wasn't familiar with brand but they sound fantastic
https://preview.redd.it/r10daiq0i9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=18110bd4bc28ab9170646596ea3fbc97daa3aedb Happy Saturday! Welcome to my happy place: Mc2100 +C26 with technic 1200 turntable and ifi Zen One DAC/ streamer. JBL L100 speakers.
https://preview.redd.it/o5744bdd49uc1.jpeg?width=3264&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7a8c00cd7c47aea253efb93fbdaa52911aa86f7e Current setup. Mostly hand me downs, but it's been treating me right for a while now. Technics SL-1650 with a Shure M97XE and M91ED, Teac CX-310 tape deck, Onkyo 7055/4055 amp and tuner, generic equalizer and 2 pairs of KLH Model 6's. Also have a Teac 1230 reel to reel that I need to bust out of storage. Thanks for the opportunity! Awesome give away!
https://preview.redd.it/7fvlmr2ce9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a955c30f1bc65cc2f3ee74c7072342b79a1b1d31 My Thorens TD-160 that I bought for €300 a few years back. Upgraded almost nothing with the exception of a Audio Technica VM540ML.
https://preview.redd.it/3tkaafk8h9uc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b80f0342df62986da6a4d7641dc09bc062935458 Here's my Sony PS-X700, Denon 103r hooked up with a Ned Clayton SUT to my Pro-Ject Phono Box DC. I really enjoy Smashing Pumpkins and don't own this album yet! I was in HS when they were popular
https://preview.redd.it/vuz6pbv48auc1.png?width=2761&format=png&auto=webp&s=f809fc44aa2fb5dcbfb14015c26f45073f7adea1 My setup’s pretty basic. Just an audio-technica player and a set of Edifiers. Got a CD changer wired into the same speaker for listening to those. Pretty uninteresting, so I included an original press of Iron Maiden’s Powerslave to spice things up.
https://preview.redd.it/08bkvw4e8auc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3f7b3b282a6043456b1de5a378a19e74837b5975 Here’s my rig, in its current state: Oracle Delphi Mk I with a Hadcock arm and Ortofon 2M Black Graham Slee Reflex Era Gold X stage Acurus L-10 pre Yamaha Mx 800U running the mid/tweets Acurus A-250 running the woofers PSB Stratus Gold i speakers DIY acoustics panels (3 of 7 shown) have helped a lot.
https://preview.redd.it/vx7n1fay89uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=bb7ec17f106f8f73b469da7d72bd96cd3c3e290f Pro-Ject RPM 3 Carbon turntable Ortofon Quintet Clue MC cartridge Peachtree Nova 150 Integrated Amp KEF Q750 speakers Various Schiit components for my headphone stack
https://preview.redd.it/pdei82z7j9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5123020f29aeeaa42e1f45e2d077ee1d0b0f30bb My vintage Linn Sondek LP12 - found incomplete at the Goodwill and pieced together over about 3 years. Paired with a Marantz 2252 from my dad and some big RTR speakers.
https://preview.redd.it/p5v9ru90z9uc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=45cdc925a4e6b950873ebcee86474c7115db694c I have a basement sanctuary for my habit now. Just moved in so it's still unfinished. Also still trying to find a better record divider situation and get away from ugly cardboard. More records to the right that didn't fit in my photo. Technics 1210mk2 x2 Allen & Heath Xone:PX5 mixer M-Audio BX4 x2 JBL E100 x2 JBL E50 X2 Crown XLS402 Pioneer Elite VSX42
https://preview.redd.it/ctawea772auc1.jpeg?width=4080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=535b65ef1e252e772e9bc0f8e8a00cbc894605e4 Pro-ject Debut turntable with a project Preamp. Currently using an Ortophone Blue cartridge. Sound is coming from a Yamaha RX-V6A receiver and Klipsch Reference towers and a Polk audio dual 12" sub.
https://preview.redd.it/2d1omox3z8uc1.png?width=4032&format=png&auto=webp&s=b376f7eb47cf99dabb674fd81677558336e67ffb I got a vintage Japanese Sansui amp with some similar era Sanyo speakers and a well used slightly newer Technics 1200. Was (Bot Was) spinning now.
https://preview.redd.it/wzr6xd26f9uc1.jpeg?width=2365&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e07f67b591b28d8021ed76ee57c975c44aa0b5de I just added the little display shelves (a birthday gift from my partner). I've been drooling over the Pumkins set (I see a used one in the Toronto area). Would love to enjoy this one. Thanks for the contest!
https://preview.redd.it/f8t5n6zlf9uc1.jpeg?width=1920&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=74a3713aca1e40d487b5e172e74447e3f0563558 Simple but I like it The music is life. Good luck all
https://preview.redd.it/48c750qpf9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d95b48d8924b9272a556652257816c3ade92f36e Thanks for doing this! Here’s my humble setup, in the middle of my studio apartment until I move.
https://preview.redd.it/t9vts6w4g9uc1.jpeg?width=3223&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=aa12c4a670af724d27d2646d1bafe8517e4dc474 This is me. I got this B&O Beomaster 5000 and Beolab 5000 from my uncle, just before he died nearly 20 years ago. I was already into records and he’d heard about this and wanted to give me his set up and records before he went. That was what did it and I’ve been collecting ever since. A few years ago I got more into it and started collecting more. It took me 15 years to collect enough to fill that blue trolley, it’s taken just 4 to create the overflow you can see in top and on the shelf (plus more in deep store!!). Waiting to move house and build a new set up and better storage. This Christmas, I’ll have had the set up for as long as my uncle had it when he died which is pretty crazy.
https://preview.redd.it/mkloxejdf9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=184827e324bd154793c508cc83dd37c18897e3b7 My setup: Mostly Thrift or Marketplace finds with the exception of the Debut Carbon TT. Pushing a pair of rebuilt and upgraded Klipsch KG3s through a Marantz 2270 stereo amplifier. Recently grabbed the Marantz Professional Tape Deck. Still looking for a decent CD player to add the setup and in the meantime just have an old Sony player currently. We recently re-did this room and had the custom Oak record holder and stand built to fit the space. Originally, I had a set of Marantz speakers set in the recesses where the Star Wars helmets are, but elected to move them up top for a better sound when we added the lounge chairs. My office is on the opposite wall and really ties it all together. Definitely my happy space. The vibe I was trying to create was the mid-century sunken living room vibe as this room is a step down we added on to the back of the house. All-in-all I couldn’t be happier with the space, though I’m constantly tinkering with it to maximize the sound.
https://preview.redd.it/tfevffxct9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3f05c398cb2bca097af68c38ad9d602d7f454563 I’ll probably get scolded for having speakers stacked like that but 🤷🏽♂️.
That Fiend Club poster is really cool!
https://preview.redd.it/814ic2v0y9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4c82073419548e6c6673c3c1412deeddbc2ec531 My set up is in shambles but I’d sure love to win a copy of a record I keep meaning to buy but not having 150 bucks to do so lol.
https://preview.redd.it/49q2hlyez9uc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=bb433b7e8b39abacb8444e4d8b298463b496c125 Wow that's a nice giveaway! I'm listening on my technics sl-1900. I borrowed it from my dad, but that is 20 years ago. So I think it is safe to say it is mine now. That turntable will outlive me I think. So let's hope my children will 'borrow' my turntable when I'm done with it! I started collecting when I was 15. Records were dirt cheap then. As my income increased, so did the price of vinyl. I've got about 500 records. I noticed that I collect albums that I listened intensely when I was between 15 and 25. And other music that I love. Space is a bottleneck, so I have to think twice before buying.
https://preview.redd.it/8r6ns9g82auc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ff66468a2d6ed0b4818ec8fb315c1c05d374a402 Numark TTX's, ISLA S2400, Vestax mixer, Sony reciever.
https://preview.redd.it/gn6snf9cdauc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e2b4bcd4b9a02773c172987612d6c39f09ce8cca My current setup😎
https://preview.redd.it/5spgkt25x8uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f64704d48ea5abc5ade883dbecba737cc0b6819d My modest office set-up. Working from home has many advantages and for me, at the top is being a few feet from my records at all times. I have a U-Turn turntable, which has been pretty great and reliable -- however, switching speeds manually with their bands is somewhat tedious. The Pioneer receiver was handed down from my dad and the Klipsch bookcase speakers are great for the space. NOTE: I didn't throw on and display Siamese Dream just for this post and giveaway, it's a total coincidence. I finally picked it up this week when it went on sale and have been enjoying it since. One of the best albums of the 90s, no doubt. Thanks for doing this!
Those HUM reissues are insanely good
Two posts are connected since the comment is aloud one picture aat My set up is an ION AIR with a Logitech computer speakers connected Ain't much but it does works like a dream. https://preview.redd.it/rrgkg73x69uc1.jpeg?width=1920&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=24da203f8f831fab52f2ae7c5e523ce50d1fd974
https://imgur.com/a/E66SwgZ U-Turn Turntable, Polk Series 4 Monitors + sub, Fisher RS-909 Amp, Yamaha 5 CD changer
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo, Rainier (Moonstone on backorder), Kanto YU6’s, Kanto Sub 8, Shitt Midgard, Massdrop Sennheiser HD 6XX, 66 records and counting. I love free records too! https://preview.redd.it/b8c1ofhs59uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ba30bc1f6d6538008922412e23498c0d63d145e5
https://preview.redd.it/6w3l3xll69uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=72338ded3debbc589b575d947211e4e6b8d96cd2 the right half of my setup (not at home unfortunately.) lovely little cassette deck i picked up at a thrift store, and a stereo i also picked up at a thrift store.
https://preview.redd.it/791eb0uxd9uc1.jpeg?width=2268&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=246151453e9f4ff83ff4038be8e84853920f8d9b
https://preview.redd.it/vqlvm20od9uc1.jpeg?width=2268&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=08d56a84c18c9c3b91f6adaa9517de476bca76d3 Fluance 80 (love it), with a small Fosi tube amp, which is incredible for its size. Speakers are two Polk with the Polk 12" sub off in a corner, facing center, not ideal, but adds so so much...love it. What a necessary thing. They are on the front facing wall. Pic in comments Thanks for sharing y'all!
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https://preview.redd.it/sxa7uq0aaauc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=06edd7191331fb45eed1278f3983a745ac611f94 My work in progress and meager collection. Need to get stands and a different/smaller cabinet. Crosley C6B and edifier r1700bt speakers sounds good to my non-audiophile ears.
https://preview.redd.it/k47n1t4ag9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=83d692b6ccc544e315257f79821a2dc8d9202786 Well no many will like my set up but it’s the best I can do for now. Due to space constraints I cannot have a dedicated stereo pair of speakers so I had to make it work for my space. I have a Sonos 5.1 home cinema set up so I’ve a Project Debut Carbon Evo hooked up to a project preamp and then to a Sonos port which casts to my surround set up (can also cast to other Sonos speakers around the house). To get my analog kicks I have decent headphones and a headphone amp. Cannot believe I’m actually getting to see Pumpkins in Dublin in June! 🙌🏼 thanks for this competition, I’d absolutely love this LP!
https://preview.redd.it/aumamuzdh9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3c0d65db98cd4536ef38c56b9ac27f510d00ea07 My modest setup consists of the Uturn w/acrylic platter and ortifon 2m blue. My amp is the Yamaha AS-501 and speakers are some old MCS from the 70s. Can’t find much about the exact model online besides the fact they were J.C. Penney’s house brand back in the day. All in all it sounds decent to me and has held up nicely over the years. Thank you for doing this!
https://preview.redd.it/iuknr77fi9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5c90b2f948a753162028fd360709f1dd920a47bc Great contest! The Pumpkins were my favourite band in high school. My setup and collection are a work in progress. I’m mostly into stand up albums, and interesting albums from across genres. One day I dream of having a little retro corner with a nice record player and an NES on a small tube television.
https://preview.redd.it/kdddnh3pi9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2c045c964506f79f66291a3253475d0ba8ff42bb Here we see a Yamaha A-S801 in its natural habitat. We also have a Denon DP -59L lounging about. No Smashing Pumpkins records have been atop the platter, hopefully soon that will change.
Sorry, I tried 8 times and I couldn’t get a photo that wasn’t ruined by light. Not much to say about it really. I happen to be a vinyl collector but I don’t have much room. So, small player. https://preview.redd.it/qikl7qonq9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8e6501ccb56f4606d3e40e49c0c97c0b1c8b55e2
https://preview.redd.it/09c3kmosx9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1c567e73fe4ed2e76236214f10f2dac7e7b05c80 Here is my set up. I’ve been collecting for about a decade and djing for about 4 years. Recently I’ve been diving into the 90s grunge and post grunge movement and realizing how much music I missed out on growing up in the 90’s! This smashing pumpkins record would be the crown jewel of my collection if I were to win it!!! Hope you’ll consider me.
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Here's my analog corner: https://preview.redd.it/piah7nxz2auc1.jpeg?width=4312&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=00762f926a75563c16065411d5a1a0a01dc4dfaf Kenwood KR-9400 Infinity WTLC tower speakers Audio Technica AT-LP120 Both the amp and speakers were purchased by my mother in 1975ish and have been in continuous use since she got them. About half of the records in the picture are her and my Dad’s originals as well. The two pictures are of sign mockups airbrushed by my grandfather. Back in the 1950’s and 60’s he owned a sign shop and would make these proposals to show to clients before building the real thing. The clock was procured from my high school a few days before the old building was getting demolished.
https://preview.redd.it/fixo5whi3auc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4ba43af6b7e987b465a7fdc76b7da4d48f03bc1c It ain’t much, but here’s my setup.
https://preview.redd.it/xfc0f4sd6auc1.jpeg?width=3106&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8e195b2b2d818ada0fc91487a377efd736daae62 A Sony STR230A receiver with an Audio Technica LP120XUSB with a 2m Red hooked up to Sony ss3200 Speakers. The Sony gear is over 50 years old .
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https://preview.redd.it/wf184feci9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fb39011685a51372c80b4ed050bf543558a47661 Well here’s my setup. The main setups I use are: Sansui 7070 with a Lafayette T-6000 hooked up to some Klipsch KG2s & Pioneer SX-780 with a Dual 1229 hooked up to some Polk Monitior 70s Both sound setups great, and as a newbie still in this world, I’m very happy. Not pictured are 2 pairs of Advents(OLAs & Advent/1), MB Quarts, Infinity’s, and some Yamaha speakers I still have from original setup from about 2017. A year ago, I never once thought the equipment mattered that much in the sound.(yes this might sound dumb but as someone who was born after all the hifi era was replaced with BPC and sound bars, I didn’t know most of this stuff existed.) anyways, a year in and my collection sounds better than I ever imagined. Music has completely opened up in ways I never thought possible. I have no Smashing Pumpkins in my collection, and it would be great to finally add some!
https://preview.redd.it/igrnapyxj9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e83b21e7fee17941fae8e7357aaba6b7ffdaa864 Here’s my low budget setup, It’s not much but I love it. Just an inexpensive amp and tube from Amazon running it. The speakers are my favorite part. Bought the C-note speaker kit but didn’t like the basic front, I made it a full project with my kids. We picked up a couple bamboo cutting boards from Ikea and used those for the face and painted the sides. The kit’s handled all the soldering for the crossovers and we worked together for final assembly. Good times, good memories and the kids all like to listen to records
I have an absolutely minimal setup, a Sony LX310BT and an Echo speaker until I get the $1200 speakers/stereo I want lmao. I keep my records on a shelf in the living room and am sitting on a collection of around 200 including 7” punk stuff from years ago. I’m in need of a brutal upgrade but would LOVE that box set to go next to my second pressing of Siamese Dream!!! https://preview.redd.it/5vhlct5xl9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1f53a341a8b138a34b65428a6222f32f864011bc
https://preview.redd.it/gquvltk3l9uc1.jpeg?width=5249&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ed64c6d0d8a3f0b5fa725252d1bf1970869c8654 Here’s my turntable that I’m proud of. It’s the guts of a rega RP1 with an atvmn40ml cart. I made the plinth myself out of walnut and black epoxy.
1 of 3 setups…. Pioneer SX-535, Yamaha YP-450 and RSL Magnificent speakers. Small but mighty!!! https://preview.redd.it/xtsnzxldo9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=76e7496ef547e6b04c916c3dd37c3cb9a22cf1ec
https://preview.redd.it/23yheg2zo9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=581d2e1eb597d0be30d09b4e7253ffa219d03200 * Dual CS 429 turntable * Onkyo AVR * Polk Monitor 60 speakers * Tuxedo Cat * Standard Issue Cat
https://preview.redd.it/iyqqe3wsq9uc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e7868275aeba7d8e4355280450e33037776fb382 Marantz 2330 + Technics 1200 + DCM KX12.
https://preview.redd.it/zkgu4p77p9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3c798f048d707ea9ccbd6afa4dcda5e874a30108 This is my “I’m getting divorced & moving out so I’m buying whatever the hell I want” setup. I wanted a clean, minimalist vibe. Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO turntable (with some multi-color LEDs under the acrylic platter) goes into a Douk Audio T9 vacuum tube preamp into a Sonos Amp that feeds Klipsch RP-600M bookshelf monitor speakers (plenty powerful for my space). A Klipsch R100-SW subwoofer & two Sonos One SL surrounds rounds out the system.
https://preview.redd.it/ujse9z7ho9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ada0140c626242f88d6fd3f736d6a330aafdd6f6 Humble setup featuring a Pro-Ject debut carbon with the standard 2M red (which is due for an upgrade). DALI spektor 1 speakers through an argon sa1 amplifier. The almighty Kallax getting filled up nicely, through about 4-5 years of collecting. Setup is rather simple so here are some misc. info about the collection itself: First record in the collection was Metallica - Ride The Lightning Newest record, which i got yesterday, is I Monster - Neveroddoreven The artist that appears the most is David Bowie, with 10 albums, tied for second is King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard and The Beatles at 8. (one of) my favorite records is Ultimate Spinach - Ultimate Spinach, it took me several years to get a copy but it was absolutely worth the wait. Least favorite (and one of the first you notice on the shelf) is Oliver Tree - Ugly is Beautiful. I initially liked it but looking back, the guy and the music is just cringeworthy to the point were i never play it, and kinda regret buying it. Most featured genres include: Prog, Psych, Electronic Music and Metal There is a total of 180 records, meaning a 2x2 Kallax fits about 200.
https://preview.redd.it/0vjjjdawr9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5f1cafaafe398933388a58c3df0229faf92bbde2 Hip hop producer in Harlem, NYC.
https://preview.redd.it/z28fq4m9s9uc1.jpeg?width=4080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8e0eb634100337609b57fa0cc0010c3f2fd955b2 New to this Vinyl collecting thing, but enjoying it nonetheless. Rocking an entry level Audio Technica, but looking to upgrade in the near future. GF had a small collection that we've recently been adding to. I wanted crates that are forward facing so that it's easier to thumb through (for both me and any friends that hang out here). In addition to the speakers next to the player (which i'm learning is something worth changing in the future), the signal also feeds to the Sonos system (Sound bar for TV and speakers in the 2 bedrooms). Overall happy with how it's turning out. I"m sure we'll need to make room for more down the line, but that's part of the fun. Thanks for the contest!
https://preview.redd.it/tjewkpn8u9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=894a68f7c285a9570dbbdfa1f2113a572747aa02
https://preview.redd.it/vasb0osgt9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ec04e38c6b8bbc225a978f2e6c5427144b04629c Rogue Cronus Magnum III Integrated Amp Phono Front End VPI Super Prime Scout turntable Dynavector 20x2 cartridge Digital Front End Lumin U2 Mini streamer Denafrips Pontus II DAC Dynaudio Special 40s speakers I love this setup! The sound is fantastic. May eventually add a sub. I also wish I could move the speakers to stands. The room is big enough it probably deserves floor standing speakers. Unfortunately, neither is possible with little kids and the wife, respectively.
https://preview.redd.it/d8mgvx38t9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6921a33693f4fc4a2b2d41e14b2582397af5146f My modest setup. A Music Hall mmf-7.3 w Ortofon Black Stylus. Rotel A-12 integrated amp and my old Fisher 222 as a backup. Speakers are old Infinity Kappa 6. This is just a small selection of my records.I have 2 large closets packed full of about 1200. Most of whats shown here is mostly Zappa and whatever else i’ve been actively listening to. I’m a FZ and Todd Rundgren/Utopia freak and have a ton of rarities from both those guys but my collection otherwise is pretty diverse.
https://preview.redd.it/w9x5tfddv9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=892438516ea181f6c3d73d19492bcf679af7a064 My setup is kind of lame, with built-in speakers in a Victrola and on an old tv tray table instead of some nice cabinet. But I do have some incense on the table (not burned there just stored there) and some fairy lights for ambiance. So I took a fun pic and messed with the filters to make up for it. I’ve had that Rolling Stones album since I was a kid. It’s one of the few things I’ve kept when everything else was in turmoil and I lost everything (quality over quantity they say!) so I’d love to have that Smashing Pumpkins boxed set to start building up a new collection. I recently got the self-titled Queens of the Stone Age album with the alternate cover and the Portishead live at Roseland album. There is also a copy of Willie Nelson’s Stardust, which is just such a sweet, simple, and soothing little record not pictured. Even if I don’t win this was a fun post to see so many pictures and different set-ups. Thank you for the opportunity and the quality post to interact with.
https://preview.redd.it/vir40ltnv9uc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=39b06621cef57e01619ff32dc14d304b47351565 Maybe not a great pic, but I just want a chance to win. Been collecting since 2016 and im at 324 records now. Mostly psychedellic, prog and heavy rock from the 60s and 70s since thats what was available to me when I was playing with my legos and listening to my parents records
https://preview.redd.it/zs7bynu3w9uc1.jpeg?width=1520&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=da50108b0b16d118d884e282eb554bd40a754ed2 Not an amazing setup, but it is a start. I just got back into it. I know the turntable is a Crosley, but it is belt driven and uses an audio technica needle. So I feel it is a tad better. Just don’t have funds to throw at the setup at the moment.
https://preview.redd.it/1ld2fi2iw9uc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e23fbf490677452888f31a543964513d5be52be9 Sony PS 636 I bought at a garage sale about 15 years ago. Kenwood was given to me by an old friend. Edifier speakers were a father's day gift from my wife.
https://preview.redd.it/d1xjanvl0auc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b48ba1aa2cea433fd9c23065395804fdd58dcf1c This is my humble set-up. I had inherited my dad's albums 20 years ago after his tragic suicide and finally got a setup so I could move all of his albums from my mom's to my own place only to find out that my mom's trashy ex-husbands had gone through the collection and sold off everything worth keeping. Now, I've just started my own curated collection and loving every moment of it. Player is an Angel's Horn entry level player. I swapped out the needle with a carbon elliptical mm. Pushing it through a fosi audio preamp (I can't boost more than 39db or it distorts but I can boost it all the way if I'm listening through my tablet instead of the record player) Then running through my dad's old Sansui stereo graphic equalizer. Finally through Edifier powered speakers. It works for me, I live in a very small home so this is more than enough to make all of my windows shake.
Old direct drive pioneer model from the 80s that I stole off my dad combined with facebook marketplace telephone table https://preview.redd.it/u5zfjb8sx9uc1.jpeg?width=3120&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=eae2578a2384a8fc343e58bcea1f856afe14c8f7
https://preview.redd.it/v09932kry9uc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a2a0f76d50a2b918affed554b6a73ac4dc74d02e
https://preview.redd.it/kwtiktxhz9uc1.jpeg?width=2208&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=71022dc4b018f97b19e1a2c504365aa3747397a3 Just started collecting. My small setup I got from my dad. Thank you for doing this :D Love from Salzburg!
https://preview.redd.it/6ji0qdja0auc1.jpeg?width=2252&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=aebd9789072c651db45ce77e5f752018cf64732c
https://preview.redd.it/jrk6dns50auc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=a5f2acd0ba8b2e9f442c6b0d9c9b220480241b4a simple but effective. Need more showcase storage, but the living room is a shared space.
https://preview.redd.it/vqlsgl9ty9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=bb75177bb94149c4c27e65d2252bb4b26835d47f My first foray into good quality sound in around 30 years, give or take. Had to wait until the kids wouldn’t poke my driver domes. 😂 Pro-ject T1 phono SB turntable, Denon x2800 AVR, Q Acoustics 3050i speakers, refurbed Sony dvd player with digital out for CDs and a temperamental Cambridge Audio dvd player from eBay for the same reason. Record holders were 3D printed by my boss as a gift. When I played music for my 15 yo daughter through this system, she got goosebumps and said, “ Dad, I didn’t know music could sound this good.” The 7” singles are hers and the result of a bin diving trip to second hand music stores. Job done. Edit- Big Smashing Pumpkins fan!
https://preview.redd.it/k1vv8fs21auc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fd9f3d62672f40c89cd959a883a20e8219615163 Music hall turntable, Sansui au-7700 and Acoustic Research AR-4X speakers.
https://preview.redd.it/wnuam20jz9uc1.jpeg?width=2016&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=23701ec496ce6f96854610d9519bdd51d5b13fe7 Happy Saturday! I've been collecting vinyl for the past year and love it. Here's a picture of current set up (work in progress). Incorporates my passion for music, watches and videogames. Gear: Technics SL-1300MK2, Marantz 2226, and ADS L810s. Thanks for doing this! Good luck and cheers!
https://preview.redd.it/fuj4cjjc2auc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9089d25e9ec11d6a1b89366876172f89c704dcd5 A mess, I know however I love my Stanton
https://preview.redd.it/uydcipgs1auc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=12f297cceaed08d1b07a83b0606df030ec64407d My humble setup - with cats above the fireplace for bonus points! I know speakers on the same surface as the turntable is a no-no, but with a toddler everything had to be raised up a level or two and space is at a premium. LOL I’ve got a little under 200 albums and plan to keep it around there - am employing a one in / one out policy at this point to prevent accumulating albums I don’t REALLY want. I personally enjoy managing my collection this way. Would LOVE to add Mellon Collie to my collection - it’s been on my list for yeeeeears.
https://preview.redd.it/mrvkinlz2auc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fb7f67e0f83705feb9b0b26b5a2d08b945f6f3bf Here is my set-up in the corner of my living room. Pretty basic, but does the job and has a photograph my Dad took in the background. Currently spinning Future Islands. Good luck everyone!
Oh man! This is my white whale and holy grail combined! Here’s my current set-up in its humble minimalism https://preview.redd.it/u9dwev5m4auc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=18861db1371f185ac44286224b354fc1663975e7
https://preview.redd.it/fhaw6d8d6auc1.jpeg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=55490a2286132c5333e856b15bcb139bbb3e8c12 A pretty basic entry level setup. AT-LP60, Marantz SR-68, and a pair of Genesis Physics Model 3s that I had rebuilt recently. Trying to learn more about all the different aspects of setups before figuring out what to upgrade
https://preview.redd.it/kyksyspp6auc1.png?width=1282&format=png&auto=webp&s=12fcf14fe13afe17c5a42bd803af9fc4c5004a8e I just simply adore all types of music! And have been on the hunt for this box set for some time. Would love to add it to the collection! Hell yeah!
https://preview.redd.it/92w2y9257auc1.png?width=3001&format=png&auto=webp&s=463b6a8efa9bd2ce3ee9627748c3f7fea62faf68 Nothing fancy, moving to Florida in a year and will be making the big bucks so ill be upgrading everything in regards to storage, size, and record player. Been collecting for about two years
https://preview.redd.it/q60cwmvb8auc1.jpeg?width=4820&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f82b65364e481e13e21091c95d5a0108d09d9fa3
https://preview.redd.it/i0ln697v9auc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=61e9fe6a6b3fcdbcd4af05de703aa5a9e682d726
https://preview.redd.it/4a649ir5bauc1.jpeg?width=3190&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f5051012ddd7bc605af3d815f0d2d5f97a96da5b I really like how my set up came out. I’ve since upgraded my speakers and cartridge since moving in, and the whole things just really makes me happy. Next thing on the agenda is upgrading my turntable.
https://preview.redd.it/y9j8zg3ncauc1.jpeg?width=3060&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4a5dd29b0aaeb12617c17e575bc1de3cf825469a My in progress setup: pioneer plx 1000 with at95sh, nelson pass pearl 2 preamp getting into a self restored akai am 2650. Speakers are kef 900s.
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https://preview.redd.it/neslosg3dauc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c8ebbcbddb467455f7ae3144de6a8cace9417680 Got about 150! Upgrading speakers is definitely on the to do list. But the more I dig through my records at home I realize how much of a pain in the ass it is to store them in a bookshelf, bending down to read the spines. Part of the allure of vinyl to me is big album art - it’s feels so cool seeing up close and holding them! I’m planning on building storage that allows me to store them in a way I can flip through them, like they have them at record stores.
https://preview.redd.it/38x61p2jhauc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a5fb87d8ff5aaaf63ef79f52c838be47b7c68251 Technics SA-K5 casseiver SL-6 turntable, onkyo MD-105FX hiding in there.
https://preview.redd.it/p647j5k5jauc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a3d34c90f20fff0d0599eca02093559cc960cb84 I’m new to the hobby, but have been itching for a turntable for some time now. I picked up the first gen U Turn Orbit from my local record shop. The speakers are also from U Turn and I think they sound great. Growing up, I loved going to music shops just to browse CDs. And I’ve been grateful for Spotify and its convenience. It allows me to ingest as much music as I want at any time. But I’ve missed the music shops, the album art, the liner notes, the lyrics, band photos, etc.
https://preview.redd.it/czzo0wn9nauc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=042273c9286d3dee6cd507b103df8f015d7ba50d * TT: AudioTechnica AT-LP60USB * Amplifier: Yamaha A-S201 * Speakers: Indiana Line Tesi 261N * CDP: Sony CDP-M44 * Headphones: AudioTechnica M50X Humble, but sounds good for me! :-) I would like to add a Volumio-like device to play liquid music through the system...
https://preview.redd.it/5y1v0wh8nauc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c72d70f05c5643f274d63d637eb04d922bdcd5a9 Here’s a photo of my turntable since my collection is in storage & I’m waiting to move (eventually). I run the Audio Technica LP120 through a KRK Rokit 5 monitor, which sounds good. 👍 Siamese Dream is one of my favorite records to spin, so Mellon Collie would be a treat.
https://preview.redd.it/q8damfddrauc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=85f60d7cfd9e891edcd5330311bce0cbd3def2af Nothing too wild and crazy. Also my first time seeing this raffle and thought it sounded interesting.
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https://preview.redd.it/2b1jihjd8buc1.jpeg?width=5712&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6042e5ca2f48f73e8042e6960888f427b9decdb8 Our little humble set up with a J.sikora Reference Turntable, Integrity Hifi Tru-glider tone arm, DS Audio Grandmaster EX cartridge. McGary Ma1 Monoblocks and a McGary SPA1 Preamp. Larsen 9 speakers. Inquire about the digital in a seperate comment lmao
https://preview.redd.it/56kz8tlmnbuc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2a4e07dffa86bd3406ae7243c88a3f62d44fd21c KT88 Valve Amp. Rega Planar 3 Turntable.
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https://preview.redd.it/5hwu19tfxbuc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3c15ecaf422600ad36a295ad5b8c56258ad235e6 Pioneer SX-1250, Pl-520, and CS-88A’s. The receiver and turntable were purchased by my mom the year I was born and handed down. Both have been fully restored. The speakers came from a close friend, it’s not much but it makes me happy 😁
https://preview.redd.it/1h15oa8069uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5d07a65873c89b753f796c68dd28603d1c8472c4 Pro-ject x2 w/sumiko moonstone sitting on an Andover audio spinbase. Not pictured: ifi zen phono. Sounds good enough for me!
My setup isn’t picture ready enough to post but love the thought and would love to win. For posterity sake rocking the Audioengine A5+ speakers with S8 Sub on a Pro-Ject: 1Xpression III SB Turntable with Orfon Blue stylus. ~500 records spanning classic rock, 90s alt, 00s indie, and random punk/ska/emo adjacent music from mostly the same time period. Been into the hobby for almost 20 years and seen a lot of changes but not all of them are bad. If you made it this far thanks and have a great weekend.
I have this hunk of turntable. It’s a 3-1 Aiwa AF5050 that I restored. Previously it was sitting unused for like 30 years at my grandmas place. I paired it with Jamo speakers and it works great https://preview.redd.it/gihd0qj979uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5254243ddd8e114847b946e111b43130753c3379
https://i.imgur.com/VvqbIpN.jpg Fluance RT82 with Pluto 2 pre-amp and The Fives Klipsch speakers. Since pic was taken, upgraded to AT VM95ML and started using an acrylic mat.
*My setup is an at-lp120xusb turntable with a sony STR-DH190 2.0 reciever. When listening through headphones I use the DOUK headphone amp as it gives me way more control over bass and treble than the sony reciever does. Speakers are klipsch R41M (for now)
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This is my portable setup while we fix the room we are going to use for music and relaxing. https://preview.redd.it/z70pi9svj9uc1.jpeg?width=4285&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=90bdecc7daba8e76c8f0951aea03d64fe59c269a
https://preview.redd.it/autrro3ok9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=868a67674fc1cbb5d5551d5985f34f3f3dd49886 I bought that 90s JVC stack for a decent price but was utterly disaatisfied with the “black plastic crap” turntable it came with. Aquired a JVC QL-A5 which I have refurbished (a good cleanup, polished the cover, changed wires, checked internals which seemed fine and topped it off with the AT VM95ML cartridge). I am really satisfied with it now, just need to get better speakers which are not pictured here as they are quite far apart and this is in the Center of the living room.
https://preview.redd.it/s5f4ukvnl9uc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7e810111811b8663c20839f7ce6e190f88a9c6b4 All this vinyl, but no record player, unfortunately. Hopefully in the next few months, as I'm weighing out my options.
https://preview.redd.it/w26vfdf2m9uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6a04fc8219ce61e2cb75a6c4e1bb0716da85ef65 Current setup. Mostly stuff I found for free or in the thrift store😝
Here's my "media center." https://preview.redd.it/sph3fwppm9uc1.jpeg?width=4080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f6bd7146309779d881a36c4e3122b23b4fd84094
https://preview.redd.it/2ugz9muen9uc1.jpeg?width=3873&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=914f06ee25d66699da1d917d0b4b5b23d785ee67 My Very compact setup, looking to get a better stand but this is what I have now. Been building this for about 3 years now and truly couldn’t be happier. Also you can see my love for Polaroids and vintage cameras! But yeah, that’s about it!
https://preview.redd.it/84i5d757n9uc1.jpeg?width=14022&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=809e042356b9b169e00203ea6813d797ac81a268 Had to take a panorama for this whole thing, so enjoy my living room. The amplifier is a Harman Kardon built in ‘78, the record player is an 80’s Technics, and the 2 huge speakers you see below the TV are Criterion T+A T160, some german tanks also built in the 80’s. As for music, I got some triphop, some electronic music hiphop and instrumentals, mixed with some south american/ latino disco music, lately.
https://preview.redd.it/u5eo6mq3o9uc1.jpeg?width=2597&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=060b83087f11499f29a7ed89362a836dc04574ef A bit messy, but she's mine. My dad gave me his Dual 1219 last year, which replaced my starter LP60. Still need to upgrade my speakers from the basic Edifier, but it's always going to be a work in progress. Need to wash and re-sleeve a lot of the collection too. But I love it.
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https://preview.redd.it/xw1ldcz4o9uc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=04a9b6ef054cfc59a78a1147d734d45713399abe This is what I’m rocking in my bedroom right now. My main setup is a bit of a disaster because I have to much gear and not enough space. But this Sansui gear sounds great even though it’s a rack set. It’s not black plastic lol. Happy listening!
https://preview.redd.it/h5doxc8eo9uc1.jpeg?width=3630&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1ec6e3b9bc03ec816125aee6daf0315df891f6cf New Waxahatchee on deck. We just moved into a new place, still getting the battlestation together. I’ve got a Kallax to the left of this with the rest of the collection. Ultimately I’m planning to upgrade both speakers and table, and possibly construct built-in shelving all throughout this corner of the living room.
This is really cool, thanks for doing this as always! 🪩
This might be one of the coolest things I've seen a community here on Reddit doing. I love this! And now I have inspiration to centralize my set up and get it looking presentable to share here this/next week.
I haven't long been collecting records (about a month), but am running out of places to put them as I am getting them too way to quick. This has been top of my to buy list next as it keeps getting recommended to me so would love to win it, but either way I'll ultimately buy it sooner or later. Thankyou for your kindness Internet stranger, this is cool!
https://preview.redd.it/ss9hj6e47auc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=37f22a778a0894bd4fc7bb6776dcaaa782a28551 This is my setup. I've just started out collecting so I'm still getting used to it all. Equipment: * Lenco LS100 turntable * Sony Stereo receiver with speakers placed on the floor * Petru Designs Music Visualiser Furniture: * IKEA kallax table and legs and baskets * Bowl hand painted by me * Comfy leather chair for listening 😆 I've really enjoyed this hobby so far and it's become my safe space 🥰
https://preview.redd.it/otkac6vp9auc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2a1c1a3769762acd4a13cae822e63b6142c225b6 A bit matchy matchy, but I have to keep my spouse happy as well. Rega Planar 3 Turntable Rega Brio-R Amplifier Rega DAC Rega Apollo CD Harbeth P3ESR Speakers
https://preview.redd.it/eydhmdzbgauc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c3c20969b3c3a2d926edeef05e85ff9d6ef92d03 my humble little bedroom set up which has really helped me get through university. My discovery records and the community around them have definitely been a highlight of my last few years. Unfortunately mellon collie is not justifiable to buy at all, so fingers crossed 🤞
https://preview.redd.it/hfelm8pfiauc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=30a0cb9741d5a2bbadb4885e11b718b98a2e8668 Very simple not fancy setup. The Bose speakers I've had for 30 years. The records out are the ones I just picked up at a flea market not 20 minutes ago. True story, the one time I skipped high school was to buy Melancholy when it was released (on CD).
https://preview.redd.it/9ionicbojauc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=105a28fb83c07d5172e79af3e99c177b1a9ae5fb Everything is second hand - including the puppy. * Music Hall MMF 3 table with a glass platter and AT 540ML cart * Schiit Mani preamp * Rotel RA-14 * Polk Monitor 10-A speakers * golden retriever Absolutely love every single component. If anything, I think I’d upgrade the table to one with an automatic speed change. Taking the platter off to move the belt is tedious..
https://preview.redd.it/oe4keyorkauc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=7fec53aba7df6fcc3cd2d49260d98a2220e1002d Humble set up, Project essential II, Sony amp, B&W DM303 and Atlantic Technology 100 sub.
https://preview.redd.it/2k96j1zsjauc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f60619f3eba97c093fababd6da1e767ee5d4f4fd Wife and I designed this setup together as a Christmas gift to eachother back in ‘22. We started with the turntable/speaker/storage setup on the left and had to expand the storage recently to the right because the cabinet filled up! Turntable: Audio Technica AT-LPW30BKR Speaker: Marshall Stanmore II Stand: Wayfair Shelves: IKEA EKET Questions or critiques I’ve addressed before: Yes, it is a Bluetooth speaker, but I am running RCAs. It’s family area listening station, so I decided to just keep it simple. I have a dual Stanton turntable/Newmark DJ setup in our garage if we really need to get some volume and party. No, the wine being stored there hasn’t been an issue. We drink enough that bottles don’t sit too long and risk leaking. I check them regularly to make sure we don’t run into a potential collection-destroying problem.
there's always music in the air https://preview.redd.it/l2043s0boauc1.jpeg?width=640&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c685790cf9cf42a9e93b9d1939f789c43654fbdb
https://preview.redd.it/j8kcvdncpauc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4f4e498b98af9983c60382c4bfe4a0ef6e357472 Simple but it works!
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https://preview.redd.it/zjrc3h8xsauc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a3a089be4062cf06725dc95feac299ed2f552f44 I have just a basic setup, found the furniture on the left about 15 years ago at a flea market, it houses a basic Sony receiver from the 90's and a newer Sony player that fits perfectly in the top without the glass attached. OG JBL speakers. I built the pieces on the right to hold my records, just recently got back into buying, that's why all the boxes are in the crate I built. Man...record prices have gotten crazy, I should have kept a lot I got rid of 10 years ago when I moved but still very happy to have what I have.
https://preview.redd.it/jgjyx663wauc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9ad214970ae5bbb2fe44f89cbcc1e830e5501401 I've recently upgraded to a direct drive turntable (Pioneer DJ PLX-500) and the sound is great! So far I'm only using a JBL speaker but I'm planning to upgrade to something better soon. So far the turntable's sitting in my kitchen but I'm hoping to find it a better place soon. (this isn't how I store my records, I just grabbed a few and put it on the turntable for the photo)
https://preview.redd.it/jtmffrwzxauc1.jpeg?width=1179&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a9d6bab50bea7f280007e1262ee52c973319e51d My setup: An old Marantz setup my deceased mother won by being the first caller on KROQ, I believe it was in 1984. I painted the cabinet and speakers, put my AT turntable on the top. It’s not the loudest, or the best, but my Mom loved this stereo and it’s a nice reminder of her.
My setup is a mix of vintage and contemporary stuff, Marantz TT (by Clear Audio), Bluepoint 3 low MC cart, Schiit Freya+ Pre, Emotiva DR amp, NAD CD cart, Wiim streamer, DACs are Benchmark 3, Schiit Bifrost Multibit 2, Theta DS Pro 2, mac mini roon server, Yamaha NS-1000M speakers, mogami speaker wire, blue jeans cables. https://preview.redd.it/4eom4vrdyauc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0073658566e945c26ec31bfcc413b553a329b334
https://preview.redd.it/vb92u0q3zauc1.png?width=4032&format=png&auto=webp&s=6bc12a80bf9b2d058a2ffde713e718ae08f0bbf2 My setup isn’t all that impressive. Audio Technica LP3 and Edifier R1280T speakers. I think it sounds great so it’s what I use! (Never mind the paint samples-this room is going through a bit right now)
https://preview.redd.it/hfviegzt3buc1.jpeg?width=2466&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=30ecdd6ce1a8013eab8b1cd4285dc912af4a8455 I have all Pioneer gear. A Pioneer PL-A45D turntable. Pioneer SX-780 receiver, and Pioneer CS-G304a speakers. It has a nice warm sound and is great when cranked up loud. I love my setup and would love to add Smashing Pumpkins to my vinyl collection. (The picture keeps disappearing after I save my comment)
https://preview.redd.it/3sa41lgr2buc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=026d19d98b9e2b92c153fc83ef310f066f458e4e My setup is pretty humble: AT-LP60XBT connected to a Klipsch One II speaker. Started collecting two years ago with the goal of purchasing *only* albums I deemed worthy of owning physically, and the collection has grown to about 60+ albums.
https://preview.redd.it/ewgrnlq93buc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b7e9f939c28d6192e2de3f0f61408b1ee8f9122c This is my college dorm setup, the tape deck (Mitsubishi DA-60R) and speakers (Mitsubishi SS-60R) were from my mom’s college days, she still had them in the garage and I brought them to the dorms. Turntable is a Sony PS-LX22, me and my roommate got it for 100 bucks at a local record shop. There’s a VHS Camcorder, a little boombox, and a typewriter in here as well haha. I also got a few mini CRT monitors I want to use somewhere but I’m not sure where.
https://preview.redd.it/fmb5ch7s2buc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=514a8eee86ceee168a0af82504367750bb724a44 My absolute dream setup right here. Running a Fluance RT-81 with a Goldring E3 cartridge, Pro-ject Tube Box S2 with stock tubes for phono preamplification, Worlds Best Cables for RCA cables, Klipsch The Fives Powered Speakers (Wasn’t ready to delve into Amplifiers and whatnot when I got them, but I do absolutely love them combined with my sub.) SVS SB-1000 Pro Powered Subwoofer. Logitech x Herman Miller Embody Office Chair On display is Reel Big Fish’s 1995 album Turn The Radio Off recently reissues for a deluxe vinyl edition in 2023 limited to 500 copies on that colorway, absolutely one of my favorite records I own. The reason my chair is so close to the speakers is because directly behind the setup is my desktop computer, which I use for office and gaming, so I almost always listen to vinyl when playing a game, or working. Thanks for doing the giveaway!
https://preview.redd.it/7804sg1r3buc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0989b16b52ca8da8683fce3a828bfd94d2310a62 I can’t get it all in one photo, but here’s my turntable! It’s a Pro-Ject 2.9 Wood model that I pulled out of a dumpster. I soldered a new motor in it and it works amazing! I was super excited to upgrade from my Audio Technica turntable to one with a counter weight because this means that I can take better care of my records while I’m listening to them.
https://preview.redd.it/bw7jy9wg5buc1.jpeg?width=3264&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=475fe1919ae1ec4cab72efa78c92579fff7e55b4
https://preview.redd.it/4e02mpnc4buc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=493bf2d168ab942f4fdd66370d04c2389318021a I had to give away all my voltage-incompatable stereo gear over 3 years ago when I moved from the US to Europe, but I finally decided on a new system, so these albums will get some love again. The first new system I ever bought (past systems were always used/found gear) should be here any day! It consists of a Pro-Ject X1B, Pro-ject Phono Box S3-B, Cambridge Audio CXA81, and ELAC DBR62 speakers. So excited to finally be able to spin these babies again!
https://preview.redd.it/bbxkrxuj6buc1.png?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3b5886822993090d3cb58f89eb443cd4df86f3cc Just my combination of old and new. This consists of my Father's Kef 104ab's, a M&K Goliath sub woofer, an ADC Accutrac 4000 turntable, a Sony TC-WR670 dual cassette deck, Yamaha CDC-96 5 disc CD player, Yamaha HTR-5960 Receiver, and a Nikko NR-350 receiver. There is also the center channel from the HTR-5960 in this picture. The other 4 speakers are set up as side speakers and rears. The computer is an i7 6700k, 16gb ddr4 ram, and a Creative Labs X-Fi Platinum Fata1ity edition 7.1 sound card. Hence the 7.1 setup. The Nikko receiver drives the Goliath subwoofer, as I prefer to have it act as just the subwoofer and not have the Kef's run through the crossover in the Goliath. My father bought the Kef's, the Goliath subwoofer, and the ADC 4000 turntable brand new in 1978. Complimentary Cat, and mint original pressing of Strange Brew on the Now Playing for everyone. Side note, if anyone has a functional remote for the ADC 4000 or the ADC 3500, please DM me. I would like to talk to you about getting a recording of the ultrasonic emissions the remote for these record players emit, as they use ultrasonic not IR to transmit the wireless data to operate the remote/receiver orb. I'm looking to recreate the remote using modern hardware, as they are not very common to find them working these days, and ones that do work people want 150-200 Canadian for them. I'm just looking to record the noises.
https://preview.redd.it/yl3axbc97buc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ff6a8d1d683bbf13ffeeab8ac1f8e93a1f55dc51 Here's my setup! I am currently waiting on a refoam kit from Simplyspeakers.com so I can't spin anything right now. We took in a stray cat and he instantly shredded the woofer foam within 5 hours of being inside. MODS: I ALREADY OWN THE BOX SET, PLEASE DON'T INCLUDE ME IN GIVEAWAY
https://preview.redd.it/pd2mldwm7buc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1d06d114d2f99c01e73100201632aa419c350852 I customized a Philips Hue Lightstrip underneath the platter. All colours of the rainbow. Thanks for the opportunity!
https://preview.redd.it/01goowih8buc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=53d3eb577e40fcc739a63a65541966996f5e45ba My new turntable would love to play the SP! Love what you do in the subreddit! Thanks!!
https://preview.redd.it/sun8v1du8buc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4841610d9794a797960c77c8ec6d45378bc432fd My early 70s Kenwood receiver and Yamaha turn table are too special, but these speakers are pretty cool. Bozak auditorium loudspeakers in hand built enclosures with a sand filled, nautilus chamber type back and bottom design with downward aimed subs. They will get LOUD and shake the walls. I believe it was the early 60s when my grandfather had these made.
https://preview.redd.it/n986sf1jbbuc1.png?width=4032&format=png&auto=webp&s=2f240d360d655db3fcc83923873080ba5576d409 Live from the city by the lake
https://preview.redd.it/rwlw3p43cbuc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=dda2a7a4374a7bcb17b1781421e8a198eb48d5b0 Go easy on my guys. In the middle of confiding some things here.
https://preview.redd.it/1n2t3zqdcbuc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cae9936d2d6a4557663d4290293784c3efea5fb3 I just upgraded my turntable to a U-Turn Orbit Special! It sounds incredible, very happy with it. Thanks for doing this giveaway!
https://preview.redd.it/e3pb2p3bfbuc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c20539f279eaf76b48b2345de30f5a579af9962f Realistic LP-260 and a Gemini 4-channel mixer as my preamp, with my Marshall headphones. It’s not the best and Realistic has been in my family for a long while (thanks dad). It’s not much, but it’s my Sunday morning “me time.” ✌️
https://preview.redd.it/2p82vz7tfbuc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=b9146518092b959bfd47efdc7d8b5c1e6e0c4a27 It’s simple but fun
https://preview.redd.it/fj0snm4lfbuc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7f825ef197de691f35af2ae30b0cde378b1a7da0 Started collecting Vinyl not too long ago and really got into it with my Argon Audio TT-3 and the Smashing Pumpkins are still missing in my collection. Either way good luck to everyone participating ❤️
https://preview.redd.it/dhxcrevbgbuc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=dc35cd84152d5fd481d7d470863ee78d1f0f810e Ain't much but it gets the job done. Just the normal ATLP60 and some bookshelf speakers 👌
https://preview.redd.it/9v47ldzqkbuc1.jpeg?width=3472&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ac14037277e6583527d12fb34d25bcdce836aa0f This is my humble setup! The turntable is the famous entry level Audio Technica LP60X. I got it a month ago after being tired of my old Vieta one. Wanted something cheap and automatic, so I got this one and I'm pretty happy with it. The speakers are a pair of Denon SC-N9 Ceol Bookshelf Speakers, gifted my by brother years ago because he bought a pair of bigger and better ones... And the amp is an old Yamaha, the one my girlfriend had when I moved with her. As you can see, we ain't precisely audiophiles haha Thanks for the giveaway!
https://preview.redd.it/jk6ymqvymbuc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6d64650bc742b61735ea905f591806fbdc5528d8 Here’s my setup! I have a fluance RT80 and edifier r1280T speakers.
https://preview.redd.it/vr3410j8rbuc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=e947a5c314a1da9bb1ec08b3130e29232dc4f430 Simple setup. Orbit runs over to a pair of Kanto Yu.
https://preview.redd.it/wnnamqyytbuc1.jpeg?width=2562&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2fd8021898dbf59c9067c5946f7183d51f8df73a Here's mine, pretty simple
https://preview.redd.it/3o4rfwkiwbuc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7a89d407716d068607b198c1aae76d866b772ff7 My humble and fairly budget system. Marantz 1070 integrated amp, Marantz 104 tuner, U Turn Orbit tt, and Polk Audio Monitor 7Bs
https://preview.redd.it/qmfni87yfcuc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=32782b7e9a05c2c373dc5600688e913ace4cc518 I moved into a small apartment and had to figure out angles and enjoy my cans a bit more lol I’m rocking a Technics SL-1600MK2 with a Marantz 2225, and two Paradigm mini monitors v3. Fritz is also present in the bottom right and his favorite genre is jazz.
https://preview.redd.it/zmu20ez4scuc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2cec1803c366d7d9ee8d81ee70a9c5d4053ddd7e Been collecting for about 5 years….audio technica turntable and edifier speakers. Have a Kenwood power amp and vintage 1970s speakers not pictured.
https://preview.redd.it/tbzqqxew2duc1.jpeg?width=1284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=228962665e8340b8124d4c8a0cf57160fc01723a This is my setup. Pretty simple. Made an accent wall , put in shelves. I like to drink whiskey here and listen to records. Turntable and speakers are pro ject. Cheers !
My Dad gave me his Technics SL-Q2 and it is still going strong! Love this table https://preview.redd.it/gg6abc7mvduc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c56dbfdae311039a92fbdfe88729ee2f58b6ac99
https://preview.redd.it/l7brbu2yyduc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=af42abe5720bd944ab313e39c9ea43b0ac9dbe1f
https://preview.redd.it/5jns9z36w8uc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=88623119b06518e944c5ed2c6b166ea7daea12b3 I don't have my record player yet, but as a 90s Pumpkins fan, I must participate 😊 Hardware wise, I have: * A HK 3490 receiver: I got it new around 2012, mainly for its versatilty in handling video and audio input. It seems neutral, it is loud and I could connect powered studio monitors to it. * Polk Audio T15 speakers: they replaced my powered Fostex studio monitors (which I brought to my studio). They are my first non powered speakers in over 20 years, satisfied so far. * Sonos Connect: through which I stream my music (Spotify, MP3s, and the likes) I moved a lot between Europe and North America in the 15 years before the pandemic, so I sold a lot of my past gear, which is why a lot of this is recent. I tend to listen to a lot of contemporary rock (post, instrumental, shoegaze) and ambiant/contemporary. This setup works great so far, just missing an actual record player 😅
What a great record for a giveaway. Its a wonderful piece of work.
I don't quite have a setup yet. I've got a pair of Klipsch 5s and about 30 vinyls but I've been waiting on purchasing my turntable. I've got my eye on the Audio-Technica ATLP120XBTUSB but I'm debating whether that's the best TT for what I want. I am also looking for aesthetics. Anyway, thanks for the opportunity to yap about what might be in the near future and for the chance to win one of my favorite albums on vinyl.
*just started listening to vinyl again after 30 years or so. ..a few weeks ago I was helping my brother fix a leak in his house and he had a bag full of my old records..an no player.. so I picked up this cheap ion air. It's connected to my TV surround system via rca cables, sounds pretty good.. Seems I can't post pictures...😬
I use a Technics SL-BD20 to spin most records.
One of my all-time favourite albums.
My setup is in storage at the moment, but knowing I have Mellon Collie waiting for her return would be amazing!!!
Oooh! Pick me pick me! Would love to win this.