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  1. Kalininov

    Searching for information about the vinyl release

    Hello friends! I received the Slade album "You Boyz Make Big Noize". The cover has a stamp that says "For promotion only. Ownership reserved by CBS. Sale is unlawful." Records with this stamp have a limited edition. How and where can I find out the exact number of copies released? P.S. The...
  2. Roman68

    Roadstar rs5750 = Gelhard rs5750 (1978-1980)

    Hey everyone, I wanted to share some bench notes on a Roadstar RS-5750 I recently finished restoring. While the Roadstar name doesn't usually command much respect in audiophile circles, this 1978 model is a legitimate "sleeper" with some serious engineering under the hood—and a few odd budget...
    • Roman68
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    • direct drive gerhard hi fi matsushita roadstar tonearm turntable vinyl
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Turntables
  3. T

    Does too much tracking force really damage records?

    Hi I have a new turntable that doesn't have antiskate setting option (the antiskate is pre-set for the included Audio-Technica AT3600L stylus/cartridge) I replaced the default AT3600L with a Audio-Technica AT-VM95SH The Audio-Technica AT-VM95SH vertical tracking force is rated at 1.8 - 2.2...
    • TunSalat
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    • antiskate skating stylus tracking force vinyl
    • Replies: 48
    • Forum: Turntables
  4. T

    Tips for selling vinyl records

    Hi I'm about to sell a stack of 100 vinyl records I'm not gonna use Very mixed music style. I think it's pretty basic stuff.. nothing exceptional or rare What would be the best/easiest way to sell it? Just one big list of titles and "buy it all for $500 or make an offer"? That would be much...
  5. mrehorst

    Trying vinyl/shellac

    A friend who was expecting to inherit his brothers vinyl collection recently bought himself an AT-LP120XUSB TT. It turns out he didn't end up with the vinyl, and he didn't see himself going out and buying any, so he gave me the TT. Unfortunately, he misplaced the power brick, 45 adapter, cuing...
    • mrehorst
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    • audio technica at-lp120xusb shellac vinyl
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. Roman68

    Telefunken TS 860 vs. Sony PS-212 SH.

    Hey everyone, I'm looking for some opinions and advice regarding a potential turntable change. Currently, I own a Telefunken TS 860. It's fully functional and complete, and I've personally serviced it (cleaned, lubricated, etc.), so it's in great shape. I've come across a Sony PS-212 SH that's...
    • Roman68
    • Thread
    • direct drive germany hi-fi high fidelity japan lp sony telefunken turntable vinyl
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  7. A

    Would you return this disc? (flaw near lead-in)

    I just received this new disc, "Automatic for the People", 180gm vinyl. The flaw is right near the edge and is some kind of crack right near the rim. The rest of it looks fine and I am sure it will play, I would be mostly concerned about the the stylus falling into that deep pit and being...
  8. Stack

    On ultrasonic cleaners: does the speed they spin the records actually matter?

    I bought a cheap Vevor ultrasonic record cleaner last week, and have been using it to some success, but one thing that keeps coming up is that people say the Vevor spins the records too fast and you need to slow it down with a lower voltage power supply. This has me wondering: outside of...
    • Stack
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    • cleaner rpm ultrasonic vevor vinyl
    • Replies: 34
    • Forum: Turntables
  9. J

    Transparent vinyl on Interplay System X-10

    Hi! I have a perfectly functional Mitsubishi Interplay X-10 at home. Yesterday, I bought a transparent vinyl and it won't work. When I press play, the arm and needle move all the way to te middle, then comes back at its initial spot. Like the sensors wont detect the disc or something. Is there...
    • jazzman47
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    • interplay system transparent turn table vinyl
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  10. T

    Please help identify my cartridge?

    Hello everyone, I hope someone can help me identify this cartridge there is a Pickering sticker on it but no model number anywhere, the original stylus I got it with is also in the pictures. Is it worth buying a better stylus for it or should I upgrade the whole cartridge? Any information or...
    • Tdi434
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    • cartridge stylus turntable vinyl
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. Kingpin5

    Which is more important? A new turntable or buying more vinyl?

    Hello Friends, I’m perplexed or struggling with choices. I have a small listening room ~15 ft x 20 ft. (5 m x 7 m approximately). I’ve got three active turntables, a Dual 1229, a Dual 1219 and a Thorens TD-165. All three function in perfect order and run beautifully. The Duals feed into a...
  12. I

    Garrard Model 82?

    Hi all! I’m a semi long term record collector, and recently got an old Garrard model 82 from my papa. Now anything’s better than the Crosley suitcase that I’ve been using, but I was wondering if these were any good?
    • Ivy E
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    • garrard garrard 82 vinyl
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Turntables
  13. Grindhouse80

    Expired distilled water - can it be used still to clean records?

    its been ages since i did a wet clean of some of my records. i discovered that my last distilled water i had bought from the store has been expired for roughly two years now. can it be safely used to clean my records? thanks in advance.
  14. EAAY2004

    Hello from Florida

    Hi there from Florida! I love listening to physical music and want to decrease my reliance on streaming services, and in general love the feel of tapes, vinyls and CD's and how much underground stuff you can find (particularly Tapes and CD's). I started my journey buying cassettes from a guy at...
    • EAAY2004
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    • cassette deck compact disk introduction retro vinyl
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: Introductions
  15. F

    New guy from Glasgow

    Hi I'm setting up a turntable for the first time in 25 years. I've realised things have changed quite drastically and I'm going to need some help getting my system set up. I'm not a techy guy I just like music.
    • faustain
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    • new phonostage pioneer pl 112d scottish vinyl
    • Replies: 19
    • Forum: Introductions
  16. lotusstp

    Rochester, NY Record Fair Sunday October 20th

    Attn all vinyl mavens... The Rochester Record Fair returns to Radio Social (the former home of the legendary Stromberg-Carlson factory) on October 20th, 2024, hosted by the Hi-Fi Lounge and NeedleDrop Records. EARLY BIRD ADMISSION at 10AM for $10 Between 11am~4pm the admission is FREE! While in...
  17. M

    Phono stage and preamp questions

    Hello everyone, This is my first time posting on this forum, I've enjoyed vinyl for a long time but only recently I've been able to invest much more time and money into the hobby and I have some questions about preamps. My current setup is an LP120 with the internal preamp bypass mod and a...
  18. R

    1962 Magnavox console restoration

    I recently scored a turntable from goodwill for really cheap. Everything works- the turntable, radio, and speaker are loud! After doing some digging, I’ve found it is a 1962 Magnavox Micromatic model 1ST622R. I barely found any information online other than forums. I don’t know anything about...
    • reallyaduck
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    • 1960's magnavox micromatic record cabinet restoration tube amp vintage 60s 70s vinyl
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  19. M

    Stereo Console Power Supply Issues

    Hi Everyone! I recently got a Magnavox stereo console to upgrade off of Facebook Marketplace. I checked it out in person, and the console turns on and can very poorly play AM/FM radio, which seemed like good signs of an excellent base to work off of. I took it to an audio shop to get checked...
    • MaximumHiFi
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    • diy help magnavox power supply stereo console vinyl vinyl stereo
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: DIY
  20. Roman68

    Grundig PS 1600 Help!

    Hello. I have a Grundig PS 1600 turntable. I want to revive it. please tell me how to remove the rotary pancake. I've never used a Grundig.
    • Roman68
    • Thread
    • grundig grundig 1600 hi fi lp plattenspieler turntable vinyl
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  21. Roman68

    Oil change in Telefunken st 850.

    Good afternoon. I would like to ask about changing the oil in the engine of this turntable. A couple of days ago I bought a Telefunken st 850 for 15 euros. It turns on, maintains speed, the tonearm works, I washed the bearings in gasoline. I am interested in the issue of engine maintenance...
    • Roman68
    • Thread
    • hi fi motor plattenspieler repair service telefunken telefunken st 850 turntable vinyl
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: Turntables
  22. BilboBaggins

    The Return of the Giant Hogweed or How I Fell Back into the Vinyl Rabbit Hole!

    It all started when I bought that copy of Moon Tan by Golden Earring. I had it in the 70s, of course. It was one of the best driving songs up there with Free Bird by Lynyrd Skynyrd and Highway Star. I purchased a frame for it at Value Village, and I was happy. For a time. Then I got another...
  23. Roman68

    The motor of the Philips AG 2230 turntable does not start. Help me please

    I ask for advice, dear inhabitants of the forum. I bought this turntable today, it looks great, but the motor won’t start. The power cord is not broken, voltage is supplied to the motor terminals. The lower bearing is lubricated, but the motor does not work.
    • Roman68
    • Thread
    • hifi motor philips repair turntable vinyl
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  24. BilboBaggins

    The Dark Side of the Moon, Remastered

    Last week, I received my new remastered version of Pink Floyd's iconic The Dark Side of the Moon. I held off until this morning from opening it. I wanted to sit relaxed for the unveiling. I also wanted to pull my original version in near mint condition to hear what differences there would be, if...
  25. M

    KLF-20 Cabinets with a gouge

    Recently acquired my first set of Klipsch, a pair of KLF-20's. Has a half dollar size gouge in the side that I feel compelled to remedy as overall the cabinets needed some love. What is the forum's feeling on this? Should I patch, sand and veneer or just vinyl wrap? I'm decent at woodworking...
    • madmarmoset
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    • klf-20 refinish veneer vinyl
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: DIY
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