Budget turntable to match with LSi9's

[cstpeter]

I am eager to get into the analog world and am looking for a budget turntable to pair with my LSi9's. I currently have my sights set on a Pro-Ject 1 Xpression ($400). Any comments or recommendations? Is there a particular model that matches well with the LSi series?

Thanks everybody.

--Chris

[George Grand]

A turntable to match up with a certain pair of speakers.


Look what you guys have created.

[cstpeter]

What's wrong with that? Do different tables have different sound characteristics? Do some blend better/worse with certain speakers? As noted, I'm just getting into this--constructive help is appreciated.

[billbillw]

$400 is a "budget" TT? You can get a damn nice TT for that money, especially used.

I think there is more of a potential synergy between the tonearm and the cartridge. The speakers and the turntable are pretty much independant if you ask me. There is a relationship between your amp/pre and the speakers that can't be denied, but I'd say just get the nicest TT/Cartridge combination for your money.

[ohskigod]

you can do used, but I also here that pro-ject is a very good turntable. I cant see there being a turntable that outright wont match with the LSi9. if it doesnt sound right, it woudl be some other reason. the match up should be fine

[madmax]

A turntable to match up with a certain pair of speakers.


Look what you guys have created.


Ain't it great!

madmax

[shack]

Also consider the Music Hall MMF 2.1 and the Goldring GR-1.2. Both can be had for $300 ±. The GR-1.2 is the better bargain IMO.

$400 is a "budget" TT?
Yes it is.

You can get a damn nice TT for that money, especially used.
Also true...but used TTs may be one of the biggest crapshoots in audio. More than any other piece of gear I would want to see it (looks and operation) before I bought it. For someone "new" to turntables, I would recommend one of the "budget" TTs already mentioned in this thread. Pretty much a plug-and-play entry into the new world of turntables with not a lot to go wrong.

[billbillw]

Ok, just a difference of opinion on terminology. I would call the GR 1.2 and the others mentioned as "entry level" turntables, not budget. Hell, there is a cheap Sony that sells for $89, to me that's what I think of when the term budget is used.

FYI, there is a GR-1.2 Demo at Audio Advisor for only $244. Others who have bought the demos have said they are just like new. They usually don't stay around long for that price.

http://www.audioadvisor.com/store/productdetail.asp?sku=DMMHGR1.2

I agree that buying a used TT without seeing it is risky. Local deals are alway best for that.




Also consider the Music Hall MMF 2.1 and the Goldring GR-1.2. Both can be had for $300 ±. The GR-1.2 is the better bargain IMO.


Yes it is.


Also true...but used TTs may be one of the biggest crapshoots in audio. More than any other piece of gear I would want to see it (looks and operation) before I bought it. For someone "new" to turntables, I would recommend one of the "budget" TTs already mentioned in this thread. Pretty much a plug-and-play entry into the new world of turntables with not a lot to go wrong.

[cstpeter]

Thanks guys. I saw that GR 1.2 and was tempted; however, the Xpression will be only $225 at a local shop after I trade in an old pair of speakers--I'm pretty sure I'm gonna pull the trigger.

I'm excited to get into vinyl, but have no idea what I'm doing. Sure is fun.

[cmy330go]

The Xpression is a really good table for the money. Especially if you can kill two birds with one stone by trading some unwanted speakers.

If you do end up just buying a table here is a list of ones to consider. Some of these have already been suggested by others.

Project Debut
Music Hall MMF-2.1 or MMF-5
Goldring GR 1.2
Dual CS 435
Thorens TD-158 or TD-170
Rega P2

I'm sure there are more in that range that I can't think of right now.

Welcome to the analog club! (evil laugh)
Dave

[George Grand]

Accept my apologies Peter. There is no "synergy" between a turntable and a certain pair of speakers. The desire to own a good turntable is all the "synergy" you need.

No Max, I'm not sure it's good, no less great.

[organ]

I've heard great things about Pro Ject. Other brands to look at would be Rega and Music Hall. Sorry, I don't know much about TT's. Just letting you know some brands that I've heard great things about.

[DJMosfet]

SL-1200MK2

http://i13.ebayimg.com/05/i/06/69/85/84_1.JPG

Good turntables to practice on. I wouldnt mind having me one of these.:D

[reeltrouble1]

I dont think he wants to DJ.

RT1