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KPJ · 01-22-2009, 04:33 PM

Hello All,

I am looking at getting back into vinyl and was thinking of buying a turntable. I want to be able to convert my analog signal (from the record) to a digital format (mp3). From what I understand, I have 2 options; a turntable with a USB connection or a analog turntable with a preamp. I understand the traditional analog turnables generally have better quality than the USB turn tables.

I was wondering if any of you had any experience with recently purchacing a turntable; and if you went with the turntable with a USB or a traditional turntable (with a preamp to convert to a digital signal). I was looking to spend ~$200, so I don't want to go too high-end.

Thanks

01-22-2009, 04:33 PM	#1
KPJ Crash and Bang Winger Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Calgary Exp:	USB vs Traditional Turntables Hello All, I am looking at getting back into vinyl and was thinking of buying a turntable. I want to be able to convert my analog signal (from the record) to a digital format (mp3). From what I understand, I have 2 options; a turntable with a USB connection or a analog turntable with a preamp. I understand the traditional analog turnables generally have better quality than the USB turn tables. I was wondering if any of you had any experience with recently purchacing a turntable; and if you went with the turntable with a USB or a traditional turntable (with a preamp to convert to a digital signal). I was looking to spend ~$200, so I don't want to go too high-end. Thanks