The Audio Note and Michell Gyrodec 'tables are suspended designs, and so less susceptible to environmental noise and vibration, and easier to site. The other three 'tables need more careful support, though support is an issue with all 'tables. Other than this practical consideration, all record players have their own particular flavors, so the best advice is to seek them out and listen to see what appeals to you. For instance, classic suspended designs like the Audio Note major on rhythm, while more massive designs like the VPI Scout tend to reproduce a wider frequency and be more even-handed in their presentation. Which will appeal to you? While the VPI is arguably the best 'table on this list, the Gyrodec will allow you to try different tonearms in the future.
Which of these turntables for a new kid in town?
I have inherited all of my grandfathers LPs and I need a way to play them. I've considered giving vinyl a try anyway and this is the perfect opportunity. I've searched the forums and the following turntables seem to come up as good options. I would appreciate your opinions...
Music Hall MMF-7
Audio Note TT1
VPI Aries Scout
Michell Technodec (or Gyro)
They are roughly in the same price range. I don't have experience with vinyl and set up, but I'm a quick learner and I'm willing to invest time. I'm doing this now to try out my grandfathers LPs, but I've had my eye on other LPs too from all genres. In this turntable I would like to understand what vinyl hs to offer.
I like the industrial design of all of these turntables, which I value as an important element. I like the simplicity of all of them. Some are more traditional while others are more modern in their styling.
I know that some of these require more set up than others, but may offer more value in the end. I don't want to spend a lot, but i don't want to feel the need to upgrade soon if i fall in love with it. I will initially be using the truntable in my headphone system, but it will probably end up in my main system someday. While you're at it you can throw in some phono amp recommendations if you like.
Thanks!
Music Hall MMF-7
Audio Note TT1
VPI Aries Scout
Michell Technodec (or Gyro)
They are roughly in the same price range. I don't have experience with vinyl and set up, but I'm a quick learner and I'm willing to invest time. I'm doing this now to try out my grandfathers LPs, but I've had my eye on other LPs too from all genres. In this turntable I would like to understand what vinyl hs to offer.
I like the industrial design of all of these turntables, which I value as an important element. I like the simplicity of all of them. Some are more traditional while others are more modern in their styling.
I know that some of these require more set up than others, but may offer more value in the end. I don't want to spend a lot, but i don't want to feel the need to upgrade soon if i fall in love with it. I will initially be using the truntable in my headphone system, but it will probably end up in my main system someday. While you're at it you can throw in some phono amp recommendations if you like.
Thanks!