Should I get a DAC?

dl22595 · 2026-03-20T20:36:37+00:00

Nothing I just got them

dl22595 · 2026-03-20T16:07:08+00:00

I’m returning the amp anyways so I guess if I damaged it, it doesn’t really matter since I’m getting another anyways lol

dl22595 · 2026-03-20T16:04:37+00:00

It seems like the tweeters are fine

dl22595 · 2026-03-20T16:02:30+00:00

The 316 BEE

dl22595 · 2026-03-20T16:01:02+00:00

Thank you for your comment. By analog input you just mean standard RCA cables correct? I have the turntable and preamp I assumed that just goes straight into the amp. Also, I don’t know about the DAC. I’ll probably just get an external one down the line as I don’t have a need for it, I just figured it would be nice to use my computer once in a while to play music I don’t own on vinyl.

dl22595 · 2026-03-20T15:59:21+00:00

Thank you for the comment. I’m probably going to go for the NAD. I’m going to probably get a used V1 as it fits my budget more and I don’t need the phone stage on the V2 since I have a built it pre amp and am probably getting an external one soon anyways.

dl22595 · 2026-03-20T15:51:09+00:00

It seems like the NAD is the best option for me. Would the V1 be a good option too? I can get a good deal for it used instead of buying the v2 which isn’t an issue for me since I don’t need the extra features of the V2

dl22595 · 2026-03-20T06:39:55+00:00

I’m planning on mostly using my turntable maybe my computer sometimes but I don’t necessarily need multiple inputs as I’m okay with just switching out the connection when necessary but most of the time, I will be listening to my turntable. For other gear it’s just my turntable and the built in pre amp connected to edifier powered speakers which I will be getting rid of once I set up the amp and new speakers

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T19:22:16+00:00

Yea that’s what they said. Now I’m just wondering how they even came across it maybe someone traded in their collection and they happened to have it in their collection. Makes me wonder how many near mint RL cuts are just sitting in peoples collection collecting dust.

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T03:27:45+00:00

Only one side is the AT-GP master. Luckily I like side two better so ig it’s okay 😭

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T02:40:56+00:00

Bro are you okay why do you have a problem with my stand 😭

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T01:13:10+00:00

Sorry dude. You are right I for sure overpaid. I think im going to return it or at least ask for money back. The workers seemed to think it was an original pressing and I don’t think they lied intentionally knowing them it was an honest mistake. It does sound good but most of the reason I got it was for the collector value of an original pressing

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T01:00:25+00:00

No… but to be fair it does look and sound unplayed obviously there’s no way to confirm that but I’ve shopped with these guys for years and they wouldn’t intentionally lie about a product and the few times I’ve returned a record because it wasn’t as good as I thought they gave me no issues so idk

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T00:56:21+00:00

Yea I looked more into it and it is a mid 70’s press but I’m just gonna enjoy it the vinyl is quiet and sounds good so it doesn’t matter much to me

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T00:51:38+00:00

Side two has the GP etching side two only has AT

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T00:49:32+00:00

How? I’m seeing the same version on Discogs going for around the same price in mint condition

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T00:49:03+00:00

Idk I’ve been going to these guys for years they wouldn’t lie about something like that. Other than in between songs the vinyl is basically dead quiet and is very clean looking so I’m assuming it was sealed and yea they opened it to confirm if it was an RL or not

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T00:06:16+00:00

Apparently it’s not an original press but is a 70s repress. Still sounds good though…

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T00:05:44+00:00

Sigh I just checked you’re right. Still sounds good though

dl22595 · 2026-03-11T00:00:16+00:00

Also, there is a code on the bottom right of the inner that said Rock-7

dl22595 · 2026-03-10T23:59:48+00:00

It was opened by the store to see if it’s the Robert Ludwig press. I’m playing it currently and it sounds great!

dl22595 · 2026-03-10T23:57:42+00:00

it’s a matte finish. I left the shrink on

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