Audiophiles hifi appreciation thread old and new

cans are better than in-ear headphones though. I've used er20's (I'ev got more than one set) but I find them a little large and they are slightly obtrusive. I liked the alpine music safe ones with the exchangeable filters, they are smaller, it's less obvious your wearing them and you get three for when you lose one, and you can keep them on your keyring. Alpine Music Safe Pro Filter Ear Plugs: Amazon.co.uk: Musical Instruments

Thanks, I shall have a look at the suggestions!

My amp is buzzy to the touch, needs earthing? Who will do? NR Brixton? Can't get in touch with Alf electronics.

mine too... why is this? and how do I earth it?

:(

I am also in this boat. Would be keen to know what is going on. Attempts to google the situation have been flummoxed by millions of hits about feedback in guitar amps.

maybe try 'grounding' instead of 'earthing' for non uk hits
also use minus 'guitar' or some of the more common guitar amp companies

There's probably some forum rule against doing this, but I have some audio equipment for sale in the classified. The amps and speakers are gone but there's still a very good mixer and 2 pairs of quality speaker stands....

http://www.lfgss.com/thread95766.html

Just picked up these Sherwood PM-9800 turntables. Was after a cheap player but these were local and not much.
Very new to vinyl so wanted a inexpensive introduction. Seem alright.

belt or direct drive?

anyone recommend a cheap amplifier for a set of Technics in the home?

Just to mention, I'm having to sell my beloves Isobariks...sniff, sniff.....

https://www.lfgss.com/thread96536.html#post3236798

On a budget, Etymotic Research ER20 are a good choice.

They also offer models which are moulded to your own ear shape which require a consultation. This is what you see professional musicians occasionally use.

Avoid wearing cans.
i used these when i was in a metal band (yeah i know, but i like my hearing) found them very good, stayed in easily, and didn't just cut highs.

Any opinions on pro-ject record players?
Looking to move on from my current piece of crap.

anyone recommend a cheap amplifier for a set of Technics in the home?

Cambridge?

Any opinions on pro-ject record players?
Looking to move on from my current piece of crap.

Not bad but rega are much better for a little more.

belt or direct drive?

Belt drive. Am I right in thinking I just need speakers and an amp to get going?

Yep! As long as the amp has a phono stage.

Im looking for a CD player and amplifier if anyone has anything they want rid off. the one catch is that the Amp needs to be able to power some old 4ohm B&W speakers.

I have a CD player that I am looking to sell. Pioneer pd8700. £25?

Hello,
Looking for some help here...
I have an old B&O which is semi bust... pick ups not working and that kinda thing.
I think it's all mechanical, anyone capable of repairing such things? I will pay, real money and all...
And Hobo, keep seeing you about Viccy park, I have a CD Deck for the same as above if you're still looking... not sure of make, prob good.

@BRM I was hoping for something a bit more "audiophily." Sorry im a snob :)

@Chris Yeah I cycle through Viccy park everyday to and from work. If you can let me no the make and model that'll be great.

Hobo, I've got a marantz cd80 sitting in the loft... It weighs a metric shit-tonne so cycling with it is out of the question.

Pm if you're interested.

wow just googled that looks heavy but soundwise i am sure its great !

anyone got a decent amp ? i used to have a nad 3020 and liked it a lot but foolishly gave it away .......now i need one for me decks / cd / dat

anyone recommend a cheap amplifier for a set of Technics in the home?

its all about the front end .....

holy fuck. Just took delivery of some SERIOUS gear. Tannoy Stirling SEs driven by Copland hybrid pre and power amp.
http://metropolitician.blogs.com/scribblings_of_the_metrop/_images_maninchair.jpg

You lucky mother...

Big Tannoy dual concentrics are on my wishlist - have heard a few an have always loved their sound, just need a room big enough to do them justice