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Help - First turntable - Elac Miracord 50h II

sleepycrow

sleepycrow

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Apologies if I’m posting this in the wrong thread, still relatively new. I am also extremely new to owning a turntable as I just started with unfortunately no knowledge.

I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for speakers, receivers, or amplifiers and what specifically I should be looking for?
For reference, I have a very small room but I love listening to rock with good bass.

I’m loosing sleep over this trying to look on every different website and I’ve still come up with nothing (overthinking it, haha). So, if anyone would be willing to lend some support to an enthusiastic newbie it would be much appreciated!!
 
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Welcome to AK sleepycrow.!! First off, what is your budget? Second, are you wanting to go new or are you wanting to go vintage? There are many directions to go, so have a budget set and try not to go too crazy. A phono preamplifier will be needed/ Vintage receivers will have one built in, but I am sure you may find modern stuff that would work as well.
 
Look local for things you can audition or test. Try not to get yourself all hooked on the more popular units during the search, the hype is often just hype. Top end models are often not really worth the premium.

A pair of klh 6s and a lower model pioneer or Kenwood will get you great sound at low cost for example. Depending on where you are, Bartertown would get you access to the hoarders here, many folks could pull you a nice starter system from the basement.

Find yourself something that works that's budget friendly. Once you have something playing you'll have a baseline for what you do and don't like. Unless money isn't an issue, it is very easy to overpay for fancy vintage gear that's just a ticking time bomb lol.
 
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Welcome to AK sleepycrow.!! First off, what is your budget? Second, are you wanting to go new or are you wanting to go vintage? There are many directions to go, so have a budget set and try not to go too crazy. A phono preamplifier will be needed/ Vintage receivers will have one built in, but I am sure you may find modern stuff that would work as well.
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Hi! Unfortunately I am a working student so my budget would have to be around $250 . Also, I’m indifferent when it comes to new or vintage - just whatever gives good sound quality!
 
sleepycrow said:
Hi! Unfortunately I am a working student so my budget would have to be around $250 . Also, I’m indifferent when it comes to new or vintage - just whatever gives good sound quality!
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Completely understandable, we all had to start somewhere. What I would do is check your local Craigslist or faceBOOK MARKETPLACE for receivers or integrated amplifiers with a phono selection on them that will work for you. Speakers is also something to look for as loudnoises says, the KLH 6s are vintage and can be had for low money if patient.
 
kermit z said:
Completely understandable, we all had to start somewhere. What I would do is check your local Craigslist or faceBOOK MARKETPLACE for receivers or integrated amplifiers with a phono selection on them that will work for you. Speakers is also something to look for as loudnoises says, the KLH 6s are vintage and can be had for low money if patient.
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Thank you for replying!! I actually found a set of two KLH 6s for $150, is that worth it?
Seller’s description on it:

“Vintage KLH Model 6 speakers. They are in good working condition. The crossover capacitors have been replaced and I have applied sealant to the cloth surrounds to try to optimize the "acoustic suspension" design which depends on a good airtight seal. This pair has its original tweeters and woofers, as well as the grilles with KLH badges.

The veneer has seen better days, but the cabinets are solid.”
 

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sleepycrow said:
Thank you for replying!! I actually found a set of two KLH 6s for $150, is that worth it?
Seller’s description on it:

“Vintage KLH Model 6 speakers. They are in good working condition. The crossover capacitors have been replaced and I have applied sealant to the cloth surrounds to try to optimize the "acoustic suspension" design which depends on a good airtight seal. This pair has its original tweeters and woofers, as well as the grilles with KLH badges.

The veneer has seen better days, but the cabinets are solid.”
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That looks like a good deal. Wood veneer can be made look new. Make sure to test them.
Good luck!
 
I’m glad! However, I also found a pair of 17s for the same price. Better or worse? I’ve seen some people saying the 17s are better for small rooms (my room is small) but I think I would prefer good sounding quality.
 

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you'll have to go see them

I don't think you can go wrong with either pair, they are very similar in sound

do you have any idea of which amp you will use?
 
made in USA
all discrete components (no "chips, i.e., integrated circuits)
plenty of room in the chassis makes it relatively easy to repair
individual circuit baords (better in my opinion than "motherboard" types)
great sounding with plenty of power

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malden said:
made in USA
all discrete components (no "chips, i.e., integrated circuits)
plenty of room in the chassis makes it relatively easy to repair
individual circuit baords (better in my opinion than "motherboard" types)
great sounding with plenty of power

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Thank you so so much for this!! Will definitely be looking into getting one, then!
 
Recapping and resealing the 6s is about $50 in parts and shipping. If those have been redone it's a pretty good deal. Offer 125 and see where it gets. Cosmetics aren't as important as function with those. Some were sold in very raw cabinets.

Are they epoxied or removable woofers?
 
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Will definitely be looking into getting one, then!
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There are quite a few good quality receivers and integrated amplifiers from the early 1970's (before the power wars) available for not much money.

Finding them locally to avoid shipping damage which is all to prevalent, is the way to go.
 
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