Anyone here Jump on.... Then off the vinyl bandwagon?

[brubacca]

I have been seriously considering getting off of the vinyl bandwagon. I acquired a pro-Ject debut carbon and at first really enjoyed using it. It was the best source I had for my Usp-1 system. It was many times over more enjoyable to listen to than my XDA-1. I have since replaced the xda-1 with a Rega Dac and rarely use the TT. In fact, the rega is far superior in sound than the TT. There is still some room for improvement on my digital side, but it would seem that I am at an impass.

It seems that I need to upgrade my TT to something much better (I'm thinking VPI Scout or Rega RP6) or jump off the wagon and just enjoy my digital for now. I tried tweaking the Debut Carbon with the Acryl-it and speedbox, but I prefer the unit stock. I really don't have the funds and only have about 20 lps.

Anyone else go down a similar road?


Note: I probably wouldn't dump the albums and would probably box up the TT and just put away.

[wizardofoz]

you could rip your vinyl... 20 LP's is not a lot. I probably have close to 400 but not all are listenable, I have cleaner too VPI-16.5 IIRC but have not used it yet. Probably should. my TT is DIY with Lenco parts and a 22KG slate plinth, and an SME3009S2 Improved arm. cart is nothing special, but I use a Sutherland 20/20 phono pre

Sound fantastic through the XMC-1 Ref RCA input

I think once you are on the bandwagon its hard to get off, but its a slippery slope to get things better...and you vinyl wears out a little every time you play it...hence the question...will you RIP IT.

[paintedklown]

Instead of boxing it up, why not just keep it in your system to enjoy?

You can use it now, and if later on you decide that vinyl is the best route for you, then you can always upgrade at that time. I was all excited about getting TT myself, as I loved them as a kid, but admittedly...mine rarely sees much play time.

The reason isn't so much of an SQ thing for me. I have a REALLY cheap table and didn't expect too much from it, but through the XSP-1 I can't complain too loudly (for the cost I paid), but my expectations were set really low based on the table I bought (AT-LP60). For myself, the convenience of digital and having a large amount of music "on tap" at all times, makes it way too easy to skip the table and fire up the PC...

Anyway, I guess what I am trying to say is, enjoy what you have. If it's not perfect, it doesn't matter as long as you enjoy it. If you use your digital sources more, that's ok too. Ultimately, it's your system and you should feel free to enjoy it in the manner that you choose.

[novisnick]

Rega P-6 is all I need my friend, well,,,,almost.add the Exact 2 made perfectly to match and add the XSP-1 and heaven awaits. You like the Rega DAC? You'll love the Rega P-6, I know. I think your asking too much of the Carbon, my cartridge cost that much, pretty close.

I do have a server with quality music ripped to it, YES! It's easy to get real lazy,,,,he,,,,,he,,,,,he,,,,,, But nothing sounds as good or is more satisfying then dropping a needle on a quality TT and enjoying the sound. The P-6 really is not expensive for what. You get in quality, craftsmanship and sound.

What type of music do you listen to? What LPs? Some music does sound better on vinyl and some ,I think, just doesn't matter.

[brubacca]

The Rega DAC is awesome for everything other than hard rock music. Pearl Jam just doesn't kick with the Rega/Rogue combination, to be totally honest. I have heard the Rogue kick some serious a$$ with some Naim gear as the source. I am considering getting a Naim as my main source and moving my Rega DAC to my TV system. I am very much considering a Naim Unitiqute and turning off the amp section. It then solves the dac/music streamer issue and that little thing sounds Awesome! On the used market they are almost affordable. I have tried to use a nice little music server that I built, but I am underwhelmed and it is a total pain having to control from an iPad/iPod only.

The Rega sounds amazing for Blues, Classic Rock, Jazz and other non driving music. Van Morrison for example sounds really good.

For my TT I have a mix of Van Halen, Pearl Jam and relaxed stuff like Keb Mo, Diana Krall, Norah Jones.

[Porscheguy]

I jumped on the vinyl bandwagon in 1968 and off in 1986 as did most people when CD's came out in the mainstream.

[milsap195]

I just got on the band wagon a couple months ago and really enjoy both analog and digital. The hard part for me and where I live is the lack of used record stores. I do have a couple but their prices are steep for nice records and they only want to give you pennies when buying. I stream 70 % of the time but I love the late night vinyl sessions the most!

[Deleted]

I went on then off

The ONLY reason was because it's tough to enjoy vinyl with my three year old jumping around lol.

I will be back though. Once my dedicated area is finished

[reaper60]

I just joined vinyl. Spent about $400 on brand new albums from a local record store, put a deposit down on a rega P5 with dynavector MC and figured I would be all set. Life got in the way (bills) and I never did pick up my P5. :-(

I did end up buying an old technics stack with TT, tuner, cassette deck, and cd. Came with original matching cabinet and tall speakers in superb condition for $60! I then started listening, and boy was I surprised! These things sound awesome! So awesome I looked for more vinyl. I just recently dove in a little too far and bought a hair over 1000 LP's for $400 and a cup of coffee. (To talk music over)

Now I am not so much "experiencing my collection all over" as people often say of new equipment, but rather experiencing somebody else's collection! Something about the vintage gear, vintage music, and that sweet sound is just amazing. I will however add the caveat that I have this system in my garage workshop, as it isn't exactly living room show worthy (and I value my relationship with my wife!)

[sct]

I'm with PorscheGuy, I got into vinyl back when it was the only game in town. And I finally got out of it once multi-channel digital became ubiquitous. And, unlike many, I find vinyl to be seriously flawed when compared against good digital. And I have had some pretty good vinyl rigs in my day. But digital is soooo much more convenient, has far greater dynamic range, and is not subject to those annoying ticks and pops...

SCT

[hemster]

I was a poor student for a long time and couldn't afford records. Still, I managed to collect about 50. However when I moved to the US from England I couldn't bring them with me. Found out my mom stashed the boxes up in the attic! Well.. they became warped and moldy. In the meantime I had already moved on to CDs... And that was that.