vinyl + surround sound ?

[barbarian]

poppachubby, I appreciate the quality response you have provided. I am currently living in Cherry Hill, NJ, about 15 minutes outside Philadelphia. I am wondering what your opinion is about the Tech SL-20. I understand it is not the champion of TTs; but should I allocate some of my budget in pursuit of a first-class TT? What about a cartridge? I have included two photographs. Thank you once again for your sterling advice.

[poppachubby]

poppachubby, I appreciate the quality response you have provided. I am currently living in Cherry Hill, NJ, about 15 minutes outside Philadelphia. I am wondering what your opinion is about the Tech SL-20. I understand it is not the champion of TTs; but should I allocate some of my budget in pursuit of a first-class TT? What about a cartridge? I have included two photographs. Thank you once again for your sterling advice.

Hey barbarian. No sweat with the advice. Keep in mind any of the guys here would have done the same, I just saw you first. There is a small but dedicated analog community here at AR. The other great thing about "us", is there is a great range of tables and gear.

I purposely avoided discussion about your table. As far as Technics go, it's not a revered model. Personally I would stay away from anything belt driven from Technics. Their niche has always been direct drive technology, and they do it fantastically. I personally own an SL-Q2 which I use in my computer system. It's inputted into my soundcard, and comes out of my DAC into my amp. I use it to listen and rip LP's. It's speed stability is why I love it.

If we are going to look at your turntable also, it's going to change the dynamic of your spending ability. As much as I don't care for your table, or cart for that matter, is it functioning properly? Does it hold it's speed (for the most part)? We could leave it alone and keep the focus on everything else. Then upgrade later. I wouldn't be able to live with that table, but it's you who must make the call.

The reality is, you could probably buy a used TT to better this one, for around $50. The cart is another matter, you'll be into at least $75....BUT..you'll be rewarded greatly.

If you are inexperienced with speakers, I wouldn't suggest buying used. We can give you some solid buyer's advice, but I think this is one area you may want to consider buying new.

I'm going to look at the Philly CL now. BTW, JoeESP9 is from Philly also. He posted in this thread. He could be helpful here. I'm thinking he could help you with the speaker end of things. Maybe some local shops, etc.