Recent content by Youngsoulrebel

I've pulled the trigger. Saw a good deal for the pro-ject so I've gone for that with the rotel a11 and spektor 2s, came with qed micro cable and got some atacama cyclone stands. Came to £1,143 all in which feels like a good deal. Begrudgingly got permission to rearrange the living room to...

Thanks for the continued replies. I think I've found cause to expand my budget slightly after a better than expected Christmas bonus and have been looking at this bundle deal as an option...

I've not considered active speakers at all (there really are a lot of variables to this aren't there!) but will be sure to check a few out as it seems like it could be a more affordable option. I like the idea of having Bluetooth connectivity because as referenced by an earlier poster records...

This looks very interesting, thanks for sharing. Seen and read a few things that compare the Planar with the Debut Carbon and they have always seemed to suggest it's well worth the marginal increase in price for the Pro-ject but maybe I need to consider other options to get a better overall...

On further reflection I think it will be possible to position the speakers elsewhere in the room on stands, can run long cables around the skirting, probably been a bit narrow in my thinking and wanting to keep everything neatly tucked away on the shelves. It was advice like this that prompted...

Attached a photo of the shelves for reference (excuse the clutter). It's two separate units side by side so plan was to have speakers on one in different sections and the turntable/amp on the other unit.

I'll be honest I'd dismissed the Juke box as I think it's a little ugly and I'm almost as hung up on the aesthetic appeal as the sound quality (sorry), looking at some of the packages available though it might be worth considering given my budget. Is it a product you've seen/heard in action...

Thanks for the detailed explanation.

Quick question on an earlier point you made if possible... You mentioned getting speaker stands, I've got a large shelving unit, mid century with loads of spaces which looks purpose built to house a stereo and speakers, and was definitely intending on housing the speakers in this unit as I...

Thanks all. Consensus seems to be to make sure to listen in advance, which rather madly I'd not considered in the slightest and was planning on just buying online. Vinyl collection is pretty substantial, much to wives annoyance I've made a habit of regularly buying even without anything to...

Long time music lover looking to level up to a novice audiophile. Top 3 is impossible but on a whim right now I've gone for; Nick Drake - Pink Moon ATCQ - The Low End Theory Pixies - Doolittle

Hello, I'm looking at purchasing my first hi-fi set up and wanted to reach out for some expert advice. I'm a music fan above all else and I'm looking for a set up that will sound great with the minimal amount of set up and after care. I live in quite a populated area with neighbours attached...