Would it be a good idea to buy Audioengine A5 Powered Multimedia Speaker System for a record player? Any recommendations?
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These speakers are not made for stereo receivers. There is a built in power amp inside the left speaker, hence it's heavier weight. The A5's can be plugged into anything using mini plugs (3.5mm plugs). If your receiver doesn't have a mini plug you may not want to get the A5's. If it doesn't have the mini plug input area, but does accept speaker wire, get these: Audioengine AP4B Black (Pr) 2-Way Passive Bookshelf Speaker They are cheaper and sound just as great as the A5's (or so I've heard). They are the same thing as the A5's, just without the built in power amp so you will need a receiver with the P4's.
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Unless you're going to be using the audio in a broadcast or film or something, I think this is overkill. Also, what Alan Ganger said, but even so -- there's no equipment so amazing that you don't need some kind of mic or amp or something if you're far from the speaker. The bottom line is that if you're recording only for your own uses (like, to record lectures or conversations for your own review later), you can get the same functionality (but at a bit lower sound quality) for less money.
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Speaker has to match the amplifier. These are unidirectional microphones. Any good quality system is OK.
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I use a pro-ject phono box which is approx 149 dollars and it is wonderful. It should be much more than 149. However, I used an integrated amp receiver for many years too.
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technically yes but i highly recommend investing in the TC 753LC instead. for about 10 dollars more you get a volume control and "aux in". the importance of the aux in here is that it has less boost and more cut. the preamp alone is not made for computing and anything but a record player. so basically that AUX in will be better for any recording equipment around 1980 or sooner, especially with Sony. Computers era vista-windows7-windows 8 benefit from that AUX In small boost or cut bc they have a high output to begin.
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Speakers are probably a good idea, depending on what you use it for. The internal ones are decent, but not the best. As far as which ones are compatible, I'm not sure. I run mine through a stereo, which has worked well for me with my set-up.
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The problem with a turntable and powered speakers is that turntables do not output the line-level signal you need. There are small pre-amps designed for record players that bring the very low signal up to line-level - that is what you need. You could also get an older, vintage full function pre-amp that does all sorts of switching too - they are much larger and more expensive, but if you want to use multiple inputs they are well worth the extra cost. Follow this link for the pre-amps you are looking for:
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yea, you have 3 external outputs: headphone jack, RCA output, and L/R for speakers. i do recommend an amp or powered speakers because the volume is pretty low, and also you dont get a lot of treble when playing your vinyl.
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Dear Tracy, This will be a good addition to your system. I have been and audiophile for 30 years, and started back in vinyl, and this little amp is great for the price. Be sure to hook the RCA cable input to you AUX, not Phono input. Hope this has been helpful. Good listening. Bill
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It all depends on what type of system your wanting to run. Good amps and cheap speakers are only going to give you poor sound with no power because the speakers can not take the power they are getting.. My e mail ericcapasso52@hotmail.com email me what your have and I'll tell you if its worth using...
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I just did a ton of research on this matter for you. My Audioengine A5's are 7 x 7.8 x 10 (tall). It appears as though the speakers you are speaking about are 6.1 x 6.7 x 14.8 (tall). My speakers fit like a glove. There is very little overhang or excess stand on any side. I image that yours will have a bit of extra shelf space. However, I'd bet that these will do the trick nicely. I should mention that I did a bunch of cross-referencing measurements for you. There IS conflicting information about the dimensions of the speakers that you're speaking about. I did my best to find the most accurate sources before commenting. I would go for it! I just did a ton of research on this matter for you. My Audioengine A5's are 7 x 7.8 x 10 (tall). It appears as though the speakers you are speaking about are 6.1 x 6.7 x 14.8 (tall). My speakers fit like a glove. There is very little overhang or excess stand on any side. I image that yours will have a bit of extra shelf space. However, I'd bet that these will do the trick nicely. I should mention that I did a bunch of cross-referencing measurements for you. There IS conflicting information about the dimensions of the speakers that you're speaking about. I did my best to find... » Read More I just did a ton of research on this matter for you. My Audioengine A5's are 7 x 7.8 x 10 (tall). It appears as though the speakers you are speaking about are 6.1 x 6.7 x 14.8 (tall). My speakers fit like a glove. There is very little overhang or excess stand on any side. I image that yours will have a bit of extra shelf space. However, I'd bet that these will do the trick nicely. I should mention that I did a bunch of cross-referencing measurements for you. There IS conflicting information about the dimensions of the speakers that you're speaking about. I did my best to find the most accurate sources before commenting. I would go for it! « Show Less
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Any amplified speakers that can connect to this turntable via the RCA wires should work just fine, including the headphones. I hesitate to recommend a specific model because choosing a speaker is a very subjective thing, and depends on your personal tastes.
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I own a pair of these and do not know why the price is so low. I do like these speakers for playback, not for mixing. I'd save a few bucks and get a set of Genelec 5" woofers, mixing got so much easier with the Genelecs.
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I am curious about that as well. I recently purchased the e250 as a gift and am now looking for portable speakers to accomodate it.
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Thanks for the reply. I'm not looking for studio quality, but just good enough to re-enjoy concerts. I've been using a Sony MD recorder, which is remarkable as long as I keep the volume under control. I'd also use it for acoustic group demo/critical listening, so it'll probably do OK for that. If all else fails in the concert area, I can keep using the minidiscs.Thanks again,Jim
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If you don't care about rich sound, then yeah a simple speaker would due , but if you want a little amplification and sound quality you might try The "Altech Lansing" portable speaker. not bad for low cost quality sound. good luck, and hope this helps.
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After a Google search on your GoldenEAR speakers, very nice by the way, the A500 can drive them easily. Your AVR has "Pre-Out" connections, so you can tell us which sound better- the internal or the Behringer external amp. If heat is a problem(in a closed cabinet), than the A500 with it's massive heat sinks and efficient Torrid would be worry free(provided there's space).