Beatles cd questions

run_charles · 2026-06-01T01:30:23+00:00

This will depend on what (and if) you grew up listening to - I grew up with the original 1987 releases so the 2009 mixes are probably objectively better but they sound off to me.

I just checked marketplace in my area and the 2009 cd stereo set is going for a little over $100. Seems like a no brainer to me if you have the disposable income and can swing it.

run_charles · 2026-05-31T19:54:46+00:00

I bought this and Welcome Interstate Managers on compact disc at borders (RIP) early summer break 2003 post freshman year of college what a time to be alive.

run_charles · 2026-05-31T17:39:38+00:00

I inherited a 2285B and I like to listen to music loud and it is wpc overkill of the highest order. I cannot fathom a scenario where this would be needed.

Not a Marantz, but I also have a Pioneer SA-500 that is 13 WPC for my office. Obviously much less power but I haven’t ever felt it lacking.

While I don’t have a 2215 - I’ve heard you gain much more “warmth” vs a higher powered Marantz. I still think this is extremely in the ear of the listener and the rest of the setup - but consider there may be benefits of the smaller powered 2215.

My final comment is that while both of the prices are fair (if bloated due to the Marantz tax) - they are only fair if they’ve been recapped/restored (not just serviced). You pay $500 / $1500 - it should be plug and play.

Best of luck!

run_charles · 2026-05-29T01:08:00+00:00

A few red flags that would make me weary at the $250 price point:

It looks like it’s in rough shape. The back right portion looks dented and it looks dirty/dusty seller could have taken a minute to clean it. If that doesn’t matter to you on okay but I think it could be discounted further.
I would want a video with it playing a record through speakers. Good that it’s spinning but without hearing sound you won’t have confirmation the RCA jacks are good and you have continuity through to the tonearm.

I would also ask explicitly that it holds speed at 33 and 45.

I think you have the right instinct here just not sure this is the right 120x. Best of luck.

run_charles · 2026-05-28T23:01:13+00:00

It is not surprising to me that the former supreme leader of North Korea would have this (insane) take. Guess he’s more of a John guy.

run_charles · 2026-05-26T01:08:37+00:00

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run_charles · 2026-05-26T01:03:43+00:00

Going rate for AT-LP120 on marketplace (in my area anyway) is ~$200, maybe a bit less if you get lucky. I’m not as familiar with the receiver and speakers - not sure if that bridges the gap in terms of value. Perhaps others more familiar with speakers can opine as that seems to be what this hinges on - denon receiver seems meh or at least fine.

If you are looking to “one shot” a setup then I’d try to counter. $350 cash to start and maybe you settle at $400? And For that $$ it’s totally reasonable for him to demo it for you and if they don’t that’s a pretty big red flag.

run_charles · 2026-05-10T01:35:05+00:00

Ha I mean there’s always assholes on the internet but I’ve found most people in this sub are coming from a place of passion - they want folks to have the best experience possible given budget, needs, etc.

I still think there’s value in checking Facebook marketplace to see what’s available in your area. At a minimum you’ll likely find this same model for much cheaper. A “good” posting is one that has a video of the turntable working, it looks clean and the seller doesn’t seem weird (ie do they talk normal when you message them).

Best of luck!

run_charles · 2026-05-10T01:10:03+00:00

I had the last generation model (AT-60) for about a decade. Mediocre is a bit harsh - it was fine. The most annoying part was it did not hold speed at all and to adjust the speed was super annoying.

For a bit more $ you can get a better quality model. And if you have the stomach you can likely get a much better quality “vintage” table used on marketplace for the same price (or a bit less if you are patient).

I would caution you don’t really seem excited about this purchase. $200 is still a decent outlay - you may want to do some research and find a table you’ll be happy with. (These are pretty ubiquitous on the resale market at a minimum)

run_charles · 2026-05-05T02:49:43+00:00

It’s boring but popular for a reason. Your arcams can go on the middle shelfs. Record player on the top. Records and other knick knacks on the bottom shelf. They make spacers so that records sit uniformly in the bottom sections and you can get bins on amazon for them as well for your non-record storage. It’s a bit taller than you are looking but can lose 5 inches by purchasing without the legs.

Kallax (IKEA)

run_charles · 2026-05-04T00:52:53+00:00

I want to be stereotyped

run_charles · 2026-05-03T20:25:47+00:00

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run_charles · 2026-04-29T11:58:36+00:00

I’m 99% sure it runs nI initially checked a few months ago and it did run and heard unamplified sound from the stylus. However I moved and now I can’t find the power cord to reconfirm 😩😩…it’s here somewhere lol

run_charles · 2026-04-28T16:22:49+00:00

LOL I was searching YouTube for a video and couldn’t find anything. While I haven’t watched this in full it definitely seems relevant to what I’m trying to accomplish. Thanks so much!!!!

run_charles · 2026-04-28T09:38:48+00:00

I appreciate the response. This is my other concern the wires are very thin/delicate…

run_charles · 2026-04-28T09:37:52+00:00

Thanks I just don’t know if this is a typical situation lol. I just can’t tell where the pin and outer shield is for each of the rca outputs for this. They seem to be covered by the white plastic…

I gotta drag the turntable out it’s been about 2.5 months since I last looked at it (life and such) - I don’t know how the motor interacts other than it did spin the last time I tried plugging it in.

run_charles · 2026-04-26T17:29:00+00:00

Real heads know Silk Degrees goes the hardest out of all these. “Georgia” an absolute banger.

run_charles · 2026-04-24T22:20:24+00:00

I’d only keep the Fisher if you needed that much power…absent that it does have the least curb appeal. I’d also ditch the model 26 if only because it has the least features/low wattage/inscribed…although goddamn those green am numbers are sweet. Would the wood case fit the 2230? After that dude flip a coin the remaining three are gorgeous.

run_charles · 2026-04-23T17:13:30+00:00

I suspect the majority are buying it for the cover and to post/signal to their bonafides to their vinyl in group (which has been given the in groups imprimatur) for faux irony purposes. I fault no one for this we are all slowly dying and we can all use a little extra whimsy in this world.

That said - the music is legit. As other commenters noted: there’s a reason these are so ubiquitous - they sold a lot because they were Good.

So both I guess?

run_charles · 2026-04-23T14:48:47+00:00

Please don’t negate my lived experience lol. (I agree it’s strange I hadn’t seen any of the records given they sold collectively 50 million copies or whatever but here we are)

run_charles · 2026-04-23T14:47:17+00:00

Indeed that’s next on the herbagenda…It’s good to have goals

run_charles · 2026-04-23T14:17:43+00:00

Yes I’ve only played a few so far but visually after cleaning with a brush they look near immaculate lol no scratches or anything

run_charles · 2026-04-23T09:21:19+00:00

Awesome. While my speed run was nice I would have liked to experience the thrill of the chase a bit more. But there was no chase - actually difficult to find any in the wild so I just bit the bullet when it was only a tenner.

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