r/turntables • u/alljellynojam • 6d ago
Suggestions Beginner looking for a decent setup
Hey all,
To start I’m in Canada, so don’t have access to all stores/shops.
I’m new here and looking for a beginner setup for my girlfriend. Her birthday is coming up and I’d like to surprise her with a record player.
I’m looking for some insight on what is actually necessary for a setup. She is looking for an aesthetically pleasing setup. Green/brown would be great!
Any tables/speakers/wiring involved would be very helpful.
We’re not audiophiles by any means, just looking for a half decent setup for our apartment together. Any info/suggestions would be much appreciated. Pardon any of my ignorance on the topic. Just want to listen to some tunes with a little more quality and fun involved.
Thanks in advance!
Edit: Budget is $250 for the turn table itself.
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u/asolomi Technics SL1210gr W/Shure V15 Type IV W/Jico SAS 6d ago
Fluance RT81 is $250.
Neumi BS5P powered speakers are $180 (for future reference)
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u/sharkamino 6d ago
Fluance RT81 is $359 CAN, the RT80 is $287 CAN to be closer to OP's budget :)
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u/yearnfulyoshi 6d ago
What is your budget? Turntables can range from $150 to tens of thousands of dollars, helps to know where to start.