Just wondering if there were any audiophiles that had a decent amount of knowledge they could share with me.
I'm just now getting started on the headphone game, and I also have decided to get a decent record player.
For headphones I just bought some Grado SR225i's, should be here in a couple days. Talked to the guy at the shop i was ordering from and he said that there is no real need for a headphone amp until I start getting into the higher end models. Would it be worth it to get a headphone amp now, or should I just wait until I can spend more than $200 on a pair of cans?
Also if you have anything bad to say about the SR225's let me know so I can stop the order before it ships out.
As far as turntables go I really have no idea where to begin. I wouldn't be using it to DJamer or anything like that, just looking for a good turn table that will keep a consistent speed and has better than average sound. Is there a serious difference between Direct Drive and Belts? I will be hooking it up to a Denon AVR 3802, if that makes a difference. That being said is there any suggestions as to what route I should go? I've been looking on ebay at some old Duals, but don't think it would be right spending some $100-$200 on a turn table unless I knew what the f i was spending it for. Any specific cartridges I should be looking for? Brands? Models?! anything at all?
Also if you have a decent record player and wanting to sell it I may take it off your hands.
