Record/Vinyl Help Needed.

[El Roranous]

I am new to buying records and would like some help. I would like to buy a record player but don't really know where to start. I would also like to be able to transfer the songs from the LP to the computer.

How do I take care of records? What are some rights and wrongs? I don't want to damage them. Thanks!

 

[Mesa]

Last time I was in a pawn shop, they had a bunch of record players. Target also used to have one or two models in their electronics display.

A record player isn't something you see too often these days.

You do mean record player, and not turn table, yes?


Keep records vertical when storing them, I've been told.

 

[El Roranous]

What is the main difference between a record player and a turntable? I was looking for a record player through Musicians Friend. Any one that is quality and can export songs to a digital medium.

 

[Mesa]

I was mostly referring to a DJ table. You're not looking to mix and scratch records, just play records, yes? If yes, you could shop around at Target or pawnshops to get an idea of cost and model availability. Of course bestbuy may have some. But I can't offer any advice as what to look for as I haven't played a record since elementary school.

 

[NASEDO]

I bought a record player/cd player/radio at bestbuy awhile back. They also have ones with cd-recorders. Amazon.com prorably has them to. Heres a link to a bestbuy one.
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/Crosle...28.p?id=1218041151323&skuId=9165128&st=record player&cp=2&lp=3

 

[ProgMatinee]

i've had a lower end Technics player for about 10 years and its worked great. As for MP3 capability, best buy sells a few for under $200. There is a huge variance between prices from $150-$800 on players. I think a lower end one from a decent brand like Sony or Technics should be adequat.

 

[ChrisCJ99]

Depending on how much you're looking to spend, the first place I'd start is a music store like Sam Ash or even Sweetwater music (online store) talk to someone there and tell them exactly what you're looking to do. They'll be able to tell you what you need and if they have it. I'm pretty sure those places will mainly carry higher end "turntable" for DJs, and may not carry cheaper record players just to convert. But I could be wrong. But can't help to start there and ask them

 

[The Ween]

I am new to buying records and would like some help. I would like to buy a record player but don't really know where to start. I would also like to be able to transfer the songs from the LP to the computer.

How do I take care of records? What are some rights and wrongs? I don't want to damage them. Thanks!

You want to stay away from anything that has ammonia in it. There are commercial record cleaners on the market, you'll just have to buy them online. Amazon has alot.

As for transfering them from LP to computer. You can get turntables that will do that for you.......

Here is one, but there are all kinds,

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/Stanto...?id=1218067406930&skuId=9062587&st=turntables

 

[The Ween]

btw........if you're looking for any older LPs. I have a ton of them. I plan on getting rid of them all one of these days.

 

[The Craw]

they have cd's now. they are like small records and the music quality is much better. plus it's easier to convert them to MP3. let me know if you want more information.

 

[El Roranous]

Ahh Sweetwater is a good idea. I just want to play records and store them accordingly. I like the audio quality that records have- it's warmer. Plus there are some rare songs that I need to get off of some.

Thanks for the help guys.

 

[ChrisCJ99]

Yeah. Sweetwater has amazing customer service. They help you out with ANYTHING you need. I've gotten a few things from them, and by far the best experience I've had

 

[creecher]

You can get usb record players. I suppose they'd be good to get the information onto your hard drive. Maybe not so good if you want to play records through your sound system. See if you can get a usb to phono adapter or otherwise hook up your computer to sound system.

Then for the more conventional record player you have a choice between direct drive and belt drive. If you purchase a conventional record player and hook it up to your system and it doesn't work, you may have to purchase a low cost device for your system to be able to handle the players input. You may have to check with an audio shop as to your systems compatibility. On older systems they had inputs specifically for phono.

Don't bother buying cleaners for your records. You can just wash them in the sink with mild detergent. Usually you can just use an anti static cloth. Wipe your records in a circular motion. If your buying second hand I'd advise you to replace the needle or cartridge. Keep your records out of the sun. They melt easily, so storing them horizontally turns them into shallow dishes.

 

[Batty]

I love vinyl records. Just use common sense when handling them. You should never have to wash them if you take care of them. If you do need to, don't get the label wet.

And never hold them with your fingertips. Look at this detailed diagram.

 

[ProgMatinee]

a lot of record players these days don't come with lids for some reason,

 

[NASEDO]

https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-UF...?_encoding=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pfRdReplace=1
Gold Box Offer at Amazon for $25

 

[jinxx]

does anyone here have this?...Thoughts please because I'm about to order it!

https://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/p...angid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10130179&catid=15421