Scott Kilbourne
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- Dec 16, 2002
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- 33
I'm putting together a HTPC that I also want to use as an MP3 server. I have a Pioneer 511 receiver (no phono input) with JBL speakers and sub (love the sound.) I'd like to encode all the vinyl records that my wife and I put carefully into storage to play back on the HTPC. I don't plan to use the turntable much after encoding the albums and have severe budget constraints. Been reading threads about buying old turntables and using them but it appears that a new cartridge, belt and preamp would be needed. I'd be well over $100 for that plus a decent used turntable (like a Pioneer PL112D).
J and R has Audio Technica, Sony, etc. brand new line level output turntables for $100. What is the quality level of these units compared to refurbing an old turntable? Which way to go?
Most of my albums are in good (probably not perfect) condition. Please email me at [email protected] with responses as I don't get a chance to visit this forum nearly as often as I'd like. Thanks.
-Scott Kilbourne
J and R has Audio Technica, Sony, etc. brand new line level output turntables for $100. What is the quality level of these units compared to refurbing an old turntable? Which way to go?
Most of my albums are in good (probably not perfect) condition. Please email me at [email protected] with responses as I don't get a chance to visit this forum nearly as often as I'd like. Thanks.
-Scott Kilbourne