Schu Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I have planned to get a new turntable to add to my system... I was thinking about a Technics Mk5 sl1200... but here is the issue, I want to be able to play 78's... Can anyone help me out with a MODERATELY priced TT that would accomplish both 33 and 78 rpm records? PS... what are Half Speed reference/master records? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Take a look here for one source. I have bought once w/o issue and the phone guy was outstanding answering questions. http://www.needledoctor.com/Online-Store?search=78+rpm and a little info 1/2 speed: Half Speed Mastering. Half speed mastering refers to the speed of mastering the original recording onto the master lacquer, which is then used to make the masters that press each LP. Many standard LPs are mastered at standard speed, which means that the master tape moves at the same speed as the original recording session and the master lacquer moves at 33 13 rpm. In contrast, it is also possible to run each of these machines at half speed. As a result, there is twice as much time for the cutting stylus to cut every possible detail and delicate groove modulation, resulting in LPs where you can hear details and nuances on your favourite albums that you never heard before. Furthermore, mastering at half speed uses less power and as a result the cutting head amplifiers use only one fourth as much power, resulting in much greater head room, better dynamic range, frequency response and lower distortion. This is another reason why resulting audiophile LPs can sound much closer to the sound of the original recording in comparison to standard LPs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
middlecreekguy Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I'd buy a separate table and cartridge to play my 78's on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted May 4, 2009 Author Share Posted May 4, 2009 I guess thats what I am asking for, does anyone make a 78 speed TT? I have hundreds of these 78's that have been in my family since my Grand father. I am really want to experience these old jazz blues records Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ69 Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 The 78's should have their own cartridge. Someone smarter than me will tell you why, I'm sure. Thanx, Russ P.S. I looked it up the 78's have a wider groove and it's mono. Here's a link to a cart: http://www.amazon.com/Shure-M78S-Groove-Monophonic-Cartridge/dp/B000246SZK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted May 5, 2009 Author Share Posted May 5, 2009 Awesome thanks... now only to find a TT that spins at 78rpms Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
middlecreekguy Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Well, here's a link to a few. http://www.needledoctor.com/Online-Store/78-Speed-Tables;jsessionid=0a0108421f4391adc905760c435f842d8877a9d4cd76.e3eTaxePaNqNe34Pa38Ta38OaNj0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesV Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Depends on how much you are looking to spend. LPGear has a few that spin 78. James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted May 5, 2009 Author Share Posted May 5, 2009 wonderous... thanks for the help. I love old timey music and these records have not been played in a generation.I look forward to the experience... mono or not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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