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First turntable recommendations? (lemmy.ca)

submitted 9 months ago by [email protected] to c/budgetaudiophile

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Been collecting records for years but never owned a turntable (lol)

Wondering if it's a better bet to buy a brand new turntable, or a vintage turntable? I like the idea of buying a vintage made in Japan turntable but not sure if there is actually a difference in terms of technology.

Also, I am interested in ripping some records I have, can any turntable do this? I have a focusrite audio interface already.

Recommendations appreciated. My headphones are AKG K7XX but likely I would be using the turntable with my inexpensive powered Edifer bookshelf speakers.

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[–] AbeFroman 1 points 9 months ago

Check out Rega a British manufacturer. The Rega planner 1 is a great 1st TT. You can also get a version with a built in phono stage if your amp doesn't have phono input. I still have mine but I now own a Planner 6. You can also upgrade the planner 1 with a glass platter from a planner 3. A worth wile upgrade.