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  • Posts: 30,887
    bflynn1 said:
    Turntable Lab has the Denon DP-300F w/ Ortofon 2m Red Cartridge Upgrade for $269. Thinking about upgrading from my Audio Technica LP120. Any feedback on this table/cartridge combo?
    I don't know much about the Denon, but the red is a nice universal cartridge. 
  • Posts: 41,510
    mrussel1 said:
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    You are powering those bookshelves with an MC452??  Holy crap that is a lot of power.  
    That is some serious audiophile equipment, starting with those diamonds.. congrats.
    Those speakers are something else, wow!!!
  • Posts: 3,162
    bflynn1 said:
    Turntable Lab has the Denon DP-300F w/ Ortofon 2m Red Cartridge Upgrade for$269. Thinking about upgrading from my Audio Technica LP120. Any feedback on this table/cartridge combo?
    That Denon is a nice, automatic turntable,  especially for that price. 

    Depending on the cartridge you have on your AT, I wouldn't expect a huge improvement over what you have now. The two you mentioned in your post are in a similar ballpark. They will probably sound different,  but "better" is in the ear of the beholder in this case. 
    If hope can grow from dirt like me, it can be done. - EV
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    dudeman said:
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    That Denon is a nice, automatic turntable,  especially for that price. 

    Depending on the cartridge you have on your AT, I wouldn't expect a huge improvement over what you have now. The two you mentioned in your post are in a similar ballpark. They will probably sound different,  but "better" is in the ear of the beholder in this case. 
    Thank you. That's all I really needed. I'll keep the $$$ in my pocket and save for a true upgrade. My main system is in my living room. When I do upgrade I'd like to put the LP120 in the spare bedroom. 
  • Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 43,664
    Once I get around to running over my Pro-reJect Carbon Debut a few time with my car I'll post pics.  
    "It's a sad and beautiful world"
    -Roberto Benigni

  • Posts: 30,887
    brianlux said:
    Once I get around to running over my Pro-reJect Carbon Debut a few time with my car I'll post pics.  
    Why would you do that?  What happened to it?
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    mrussel1 said:
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    Why would you do that?  What happened to it?
    It says "re-ject" so I can only assume it's a defective one?

    @brianlux ?
  • Birthplace of GIBSON guitar Posts: 8,951
    mdgsolo said:

    From the town of Bedrock...
    you got the $$$
  • Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 43,664
    tempo_n_groove said:
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    It says "re-ject" so I can only assume it's a defective one?

    @brianlux ?
    I was a big ProJect fan at first but then problems started to develop.  I suppose their higher end stuff might be better, but I'm not sure.  I feel badly because I had previously given the Debut Carbon good ratings here and elsewhere.  I can't do that any more.  When I get the time and money to upgrade, I'll review whatever comes next! 
    "It's a sad and beautiful world"
    -Roberto Benigni

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    brianlux said:
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    I was a big ProJect fan at first but then problems started to develop.  I suppose their higher end stuff might be better, but I'm not sure.  I feel badly because I had previously given the Debut Carbon good ratings here and elsewhere.  I can't do that any more.  When I get the time and money to upgrade, I'll review whatever comes next! 
    It's such a simple machine, I'm surprised you've had problems.  I've had mine for a few years now and have been really happy.  Maybe a Rega next?  They are in about the same price and quality category.
  • Vancouver, BC Posts: 50,713
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    bflynn1 said:
    Turntable Lab has the Denon DP-300F w/ Ortofon 2m Red Cartridge Upgrade for $269. Thinking about upgrading from my Audio Technica LP120. Any feedback on this table/cartridge combo?
    Totally awesome package. I have it and couldn't be happier. Great deal too, wow. I got mine for $410 and thought that was a really good deal. But if you're looking for a bigger sound upgrade, perhaps get that TT (which is awesome because it is a quality automatic, which is next to impossible to find - I personally think that feature alone is worth the purchase), and get the blue Ortofon cartridge instead of the red. Obviously that will cost more, but yeah, that will improve your sound.
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    With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. ~ Desiderata
  • Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 43,664
    mrussel1 said:
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    It's such a simple machine, I'm surprised you've had problems.  I've had mine for a few years now and have been really happy.  Maybe a Rega next?  They are in about the same price and quality category.
    Could be luck of the draw.  I've known of others who haven been happy with the ProJect and others, no.  Yeah, I'm definitely thinking about the Rega Planar 3 with an Ely2 cartridge... if I can swing it.  Maybe next year.
    "It's a sad and beautiful world"
    -Roberto Benigni

  • Posts: 9,731
    I upgraded my VPI HW-19 from a Grado Blue to a Grado Silver and it sounds excellent (Runs through a Marantz 2200 receiver to a pair of bookshelf Polks).

    Its like having a new table. 
  • Posts: 41,510
    brianlux said:
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    Could be luck of the draw.  I've known of others who haven been happy with the ProJect and others, no.  Yeah, I'm definitely thinking about the Rega Planar 3 with an Ely2 cartridge... if I can swing it.  Maybe next year.
    I've been running a Project debut carbon for a few years now and no problems here Brian!?!
  • Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 43,664
    tempo_n_groove said:
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    I've been running a Project debut carbon for a few years now and no problems here Brian!?!
    They seem to run hot and cold.  I can't afford another chance with Project and overall the Rega's have a better reputation.  I'm squirreling away my "allowance"!
    "It's a sad and beautiful world"
    -Roberto Benigni

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    brianlux said:
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    They seem to run hot and cold.  I can't afford another chance with Project and overall the Rega's have a better reputation.  I'm squirreling away my "allowance"!
    Yeah I don't blame you going another direction.  I was torn between Pro and a Rega.  If my burned out, I'd be going to a Rega too.  I'm sure they both sound awesome.  
  • Tennessee Posts: 9,212
    Got Elac F5 speakers for Christmas. For budget "audiophile" speakers I think they sound great so far.
  • Posts: 3,162
    Congrats! Have any pics of your new setup?
    If hope can grow from dirt like me, it can be done. - EV
  • Vancouver, BC Posts: 50,713
    This is not mine - I wish!!! But I thought some of you might enjoy seeing this awesome setup that is currently on display in the Vancouver Art Gallery (I was there a couple weeks ago). If memory serves it's a part of an exhibit of retro Scandinavian design. Pretty cool! I love it in person. I want it! Those globes are the speakers of course. And on the right side there is the bin for records, sliding separators built in. Me and a few other vinyl people were all standing there looking at if for a good 10 minutes, all talking about how much we want it, lol. It's so weird. I believe it is called the Q2? G2? Like an idiot, I took a photo of the thing, but forgot to photo the accompanying placard.



    With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. ~ Desiderata
  • Michigan Posts: 3,080
    I purchased a pair of Monitor Audio Bronze 5 towers..........love 'em.  They sound great for movies and music!


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