Psychicanimal, I wasn't referring to your own rig, (which is a $450 direct drive unit, not counting the steroids), but to your suggestion about Technics' $170 belt drive., which you said would "outperform the other 'glass and particle board' entry level belt drives by a far margin." I haven't heard it, and I was wondering if you had any direct experience with it.
How can I get back into vinyl very cheaply?
Hi and thanks for taking the time to read my thread. I grew up in the 70's and amassed a relatively large record collection. Moreover my buddies from high school are willing to give me their old Lp's. However I don't have much in disposable income so I am wondering if there is a good TT,arm, cartridge, combo to be had for ~350$ I had a denon direct drive turntable when I was a kid, but reading this site makes my think that a belt drive table would generally be superior. I particularly am wondering what old units I should look for on ebay. There are almost 1000 units for sal on ebay and most of them are in my price range, but I really don't know for which units I should be looking. Finally as I don't even know what VTA is, ease of set up is important. I appreciate all opinions.
PS. My Musical Fidelity pre has a phono stage that is purportedly good but not great for MM and adequate for MC
PS. My Musical Fidelity pre has a phono stage that is purportedly good but not great for MM and adequate for MC