Would this be a steal, deal, or meh?

[BeRad]

I honestly know nothing about turntables and was hoping for some assistance. I would like to get into vinyl sooner or later and just noticed this TT in my area. For 70 bucks CDN should I be all over this thing even if I won't be using it immediately, or is it more of a POS?

Thanks for the advice.

http://thunderbay.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-electronics-Sony-Turntable-W0QQAdIdZ116995992

[BeRad]

DOH. Didn't notice the model number in the pic till just now. Quick search tells me this is a 'don't bother' scenario. Sorry for the wasted post.

[Fongolio]

Very very entry level. Low end of entry level. For that price you could get a good used Dual or a few bucks more a good used Technics. For a hundred bucks more you could get something you won't want to immediately upgrade. Be warned however, vinyl IS addictive. Very addictive. My two cents.

[BeRad]

Lol, ya I'm planning on holding off on it for a bit unless something comes up. However, I did just find a pair of Lsi9's for 500 bucks CDN in my city! If they are in good shape....

[thsmith]

Agree with passing. I picked up a 1 owner Technics SL-1300 that has just been serviced for $120. Had a older but decent cart too.

[Danny Tse]

The LX250? Pass.

A couple of days ago, I saw Sony's LX350 at a local Fry's. The LX350 is actually a clone of Technics SL-1200, except the Sony is belt-driven. I have heard good things about the LX350, so I checked it out as a possible upgrade to my Technics SL-BD20. Sorry....my Technics is miles ahead of the LX350.

The Technics SL-BD20 can be picked up brand-new for a little over $100.00. And cheaper used on ebay. I think it's still made in Japan. If you're a beginner to vinyl, it'll make a great entry-level turntable.