Recent content by mikegf

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    CD Player that can connect to wireless speakers

    HI All, is there such a thing as a small CD Player that can connect to wireless speakers (Sonos of choice..)? I'm looking for a discrete solution that will allow me to listen to CDs without taking up much space... I suspect the answer is to buy a normal CD player and connect it to something...
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    Question How can I learn to stop worrying and love the belt drive?

    Thanks Everyone...looks like an RP3 is the way to go ... (rushes off to see which amp to pair it with...) cheers
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    Question How can I learn to stop worrying and love the belt drive?

    I'm looking to get a new turntable, either an RP3 or a Technics sl-1500....in my old age I am finding myself increasingly worried about having a belt driven system. As its effectively a rubber band that spins the platter, surely the band will stretch or deform over time? As I have many discs...
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    Speaker cable length?

    Thanks for the responses guys, thats reassuring cheers
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    Speaker cable length?

    Is there a maximum length of speaker cable beyond which sound quality degrades? I'm looking at rearranging my living room and investing in New hifi. The best layout would involve a run of 6m or so between the amplifier and speakers Any thoughts appreciated Cheers
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    In Ear headphones - do I need an adaptor for non smartphone use?

    Cheers....my iPod is a few years old but guess I'll just buy the headphones and see how I go...
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    In Ear headphones - do I need an adaptor for non smartphone use?

    I'm thinking of getting the Sony MDR EX650 in ear headphones. I know these are suitable for use with a smartphone due to them having a microphone. I have seen some comments saying that if they are used with an MP3 player (such as an Ipod) the sound quality isnt so great, due to the jack being...