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gmm213

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Hello from Portsmouth Va
« on: 29 Jun 2016, 01:27 pm »
Hello, I came across this board in search of finding out opinions of people to help me in my situation.

I havent had a dedicated stereo in years. My last one was a Yamaha receiver and a pair of Klipsich bookends. I am starting school and find music helps me focus. I came up with a little extra scratch over the summer. I am heavily leaning towards the Audio Technica LP60. I want to grab a receiver and speakers as well. My budget is $450 after the LP60's $150 price tag at my local shop.

I also have a decent pair of headphones that I use for my computer (HyperX Cloud 2s) but if I just use the 3.5mm jack and not the USB the control goes out of them and they dont sound great.

I am not against used equipment at all. I just know that buying used can be tricky. I dont know all what to look for
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Re: Hello from Portsmouth Va
« Reply #1 on: 29 Jun 2016, 03:40 pm »
Welcome Gmm213 :thumb:
Keep an eye at the Trade Circle:
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?board=109.0
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ArthurDent

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Re: Hello from Portsmouth Va
« Reply #2 on: 29 Jun 2016, 03:47 pm »
Greetings & Welcome to AC gmm213    :thumb:  You might check out the Cheap & Cheerful circle for some recommendations on 'both bang for the buck' buys, and possibly some DIY stuff if you are so inclined.
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Phil A

Re: Hello from Portsmouth Va
« Reply #3 on: 29 Jun 2016, 06:36 pm »
Welcome to AC!
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brooklyn

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« Reply #4 on: 29 Jun 2016, 06:37 pm »


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TrungT

Re: Hello from Portsmouth Va
« Reply #5 on: 29 Jun 2016, 08:03 pm »
Welcome to AC  :thumb:
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Guy 13

Re: Hello from Portsmouth Va
« Reply #6 on: 29 Jun 2016, 11:25 pm »
A warm welcome to AudioCircle Mr. gmm213

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SlushPuppy

Re: Hello from Portsmouth Va
« Reply #7 on: 29 Jun 2016, 11:38 pm »
I'm retired Navy. I know that area well. Good people over there! Nice to have you here  :thumb:
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dB Cooper

Re: Hello from Portsmouth Va
« Reply #8 on: 30 Jun 2016, 12:47 am »
Welcome to the 'sweet spot'!
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gmm213

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Re: Hello from Portsmouth Va
« Reply #9 on: 1 Jul 2016, 04:08 am »
Quote from: SlushPuppy on 29 Jun 2016, 11:38 pm
I'm retired Navy. I know that area well. Good people over there! Nice to have you here  :thumb:

Ah fellow squid. When did you get out? What was your rate if you dont mind me asking?

Thanks for the greetings everyone
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Saturn94

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Re: Hello from Portsmouth Va
« Reply #10 on: 1 Jul 2016, 09:55 pm »
Welcome neighbor. :)
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jarcher

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Re: Hello from Portsmouth Va
« Reply #11 on: 2 Jul 2016, 03:03 am »
Welcome! 

If I were in your shoes I'd spend your $450 on something like an Audioquest Dragonfly USB DAC / headphone amp ($100-$150) into your computer and spend the rest on some new or used headphones ($300-$350). Oppo PM3 headphones would be a slight stretch ($399 new) but with the dragonfly worth it and would give you a taste of true high end sound.

A $150 turntable is a recipe for disappointment. You don't have to spend big bucks - eg a Pro-ject Debut Carbon is a great start but at $399 almost your whole budget - and doesn't include the extra cost for a phono preamp. A $150 audiotechnica TT / cart is just going to sound thin and nasty leaving you scratching your head about vinyls appeal and soured on it.

Aren't you glad you asked our opinion?  :lol:
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