All items tagged with vinyl (89)

You Can DIY! Turntable Speed Control

March 27, 2018 by Joel Hatch

You Can DIY! Turntable Speed Control

In this article, Joel Hatch explains how to build a variable frequency synchronous motor controller to control turntable speed. Now that turntables are back in force, this excellent project not only allows some knowledge about a vital part of the motor's rotational speed adjustment, but it also dives into one of the most crucial aspects of a record player for anyone interested in a little DIY or restoration projects. This article was originally published in audioXpress, December 2010.

All About Stroboscopes

March 21, 2018 by Ron Tipton

All About Stroboscopes

In this article, Ron Tipton explores the use of stroboscope discs to determine whether your turntable is set to the correct rotational speed. Apart from looking at some commercially available stroboscope discs, Ron Tipton explains how to print one from files that are freely available on the Internet, and explains how to build your own multiple-LED lamp to check the rotations. This article was originally published in audioXpress, December 2010.

A New Turntable from McIntosh and It's Not That Expensive

March 15, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

A New Turntable from McIntosh and It's Not That Expensive

McIntosh has unveiled a new turntable that brings its famous McIntosh sound and build quality at a new "low price" point. The new MT2 was announced with a suggested retail price of $4,000, which his significantly less than the brand's flagship MT5 ($8,000) and MT10 ($6,000). Of course you don't get the glowing green plate, but according to the company, you get the latest turntable technology with the New York giant’s legendary aesthetic, design and build quality.

The+Record Player All-In-One Turntable Entertainment System Reimagined for Today’s Vinyl Enthusiast

November 2, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

The+Record Player All-In-One Turntable Entertainment System Reimagined for Today’s Vinyl Enthusiast

Fresh off its debut at Munich High End Show in May 2017, and a successfully over-funded Kickstarter campaign, The+Record Player will now make its first North American appearance at New York Audio Show, Nov 10-12, 2017. The all-in-one concept combines elegant design, advanced features and uncompromising audio in a compact package, intended for new vinyl enthusiasts seeking a high quality turntable solution to enjoy their record collection without the cost and complexity of a traditional component system.

Parasound Introduces More-Affordable Halo Phono Stage Preamplifier

October 11, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Parasound Introduces More-Affordable Halo Phono Stage Preamplifier

Parasound has introduced a more-affordable phono preamplifier for a new generation of analog LP and turntable enthusiasts. The Parasound Halo JC 3 Jr. (aka 'Junior') reflects the company's latest collaboration with the legendary Vendetta designer, John Curl, and circuit-board wizard, Carl Thompson. Introduced at the Rocky Mountain Audio Fest 2017 show, the new Parasound Halo JC 3 Jr. stereo phono preamplifier is about half the price of the company's $2,995 premium dual-mono Halo JC 3+.

TEAC New TN-420 Turntable Delivers Modern Performance and "Summer of Love" Style

October 3, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

TEAC New TN-420 Turntable Delivers Modern Performance and "Summer of Love" Style

TEAC just announced the release of its colorful, 1960s-flavored psychedelic, new TN-420 turntable. Devoted vinyl collectors and anyone in need of a new turntable to celebrate the vinyl revival, will appreciate the TN-420's bright, tie-dyed hydrographic finish, which the company says "is enough to put you on a natural high." But there's more to the TN-420 than just the looks. TEAC says this is really a top-quality, belt-drive turntable.

Hafler Starts Shipping PH50B and PH60B High Performance Phono Preamps with Balanced Outputs

September 28, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Hafler Starts Shipping PH50B and PH60B High Performance Phono Preamps with Balanced Outputs

Hafler (a division of Radial Engineering) announced that its latest PH50B and PH60B high performance phono preamps are now shipping. The PH50B and PH60B feature both unbalanced RCA and balanced XLR outputs for connection to hifi playback systems or pro audio equipment. With the continued resurgence of vinyl production and sales, the PH50B and PH60B help address a growing market for high quality standalone phono stages.

A Review of Hafler’s PH50 and PH60 Phono Preamps and the PH44 Moving Coil Step-Up Transformer

September 27, 2017 by Gary Galo

A Review of Hafler’s PH50 and PH60 Phono Preamps and the PH44 Moving Coil Step-Up Transformer

To understand more about the Hafler revival, we delve into some of Hafler’s history and the companies associated with it. In this article, Gary Galo reviews the new Hafler PH50 (designed for moving magnet cartridges) and the PH60 (moving coil) Phono Preamps, as well as the Hafler PH44 Moving Coil Step-Up Transformer. All products come from Radial Engineering, the owner of Jensen Transformers and the Hafler and Dynaco brands, which it bought in 2014. This article was originally published in audioXpress, April 2017.

Numark Ships New NTX1000 Professional Direct-Drive Turntable

August 21, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Numark Ships New NTX1000 Professional Direct-Drive Turntable

Numark, a leading brand of DJ solutions, announced the immediate availability of its new NTX1000 Professional Direct-Drive Turntable. The company delivers an impressive new turntable perfectly suited to professional performance, with superior starting torque, 12” aluminum platter and rugged, precision tonearm. The NTX1000 is also an excellent choice for any vinyl enthusiasts looking for a reliable turntable at an affordable price.

AXPONA 2017 Returns To Chicago With Record Number of Exhibitors

March 3, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

AXPONA 2017 Returns To Chicago With Record Number of Exhibitors

AXPONA (Audio Expo North America) returns to the Westin O’Hare in Rosemont, IL, April 21-23, 2017, offering music enthusiasts, three jam-packed days of incredible sounds, presentations, design, and the very latest products and technology in the audio industry. Now in its eighth year, AXPONA is the defining high-end consumer audio show in the United States, with more than 450 companies confirmed to attend.

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