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I am bummed to have missed that Lee Harvey Osmond set with Amy Helm and the others. Never did make it down to the waterfront. Another great Supercrawl though overall. The one-two punch of Metz followed by Fucked Up was awesome, despite the rough sound for most of Fucked Up's set. Joel Plaskett delivered his patented rock and roll hug. I liked what I saw of PS I Love You and whoever the band was that played during the slot originally booked for Eight and a Half. (Apparently Eight and a Half cancelled at the last minute due to family reasons.) Seeing BA Johnston on his home turf is always a good time, and I liked Lee Reed's set as well.

I'll check out Eclectric on James North as well as Locke Street Audio this weekend. Supercrawl!!

Hey all, A colleague of mine has offered me some old speakers for free: JVC SP-UXD88Y bookshelf speakers. Question: Will these speakers be compatible with (even complimentary to) the Akai AA-1135 receiver that I just bought? I can't find much information about these speakers online except for this old ad on Canuck Audio Mart. The pictures from the ad tell me that these are 30 watt speakers with 4 ohms. The Akai AA-1135 receiver that I've got is packing 35 watts per channel into 8 ohms. Any thoughts on that combo?

This place? http://www.eclectric.ca/ I haven't been there, but I'll be down there on Saturday and will certainly pop in to check it out. Thanks!

Well if that worked out, that would be pretty awesome. :cool:

Hey BR, thanks for looking into this stuff for me. Your bro's stuff looks amazing but unfortunately looks to be out of my price range. I'm very much going for an entry level set up here. I've set out with a rough budget of $400 (for speakers, receiver and turntable). I dropped $150 on the receiver so that leaves me with $250 or mayyybe up to $300 left to work with max. So my next mission is to find a pair of speakers that will be ideal and complimentary match-up with the Akai AA-1135 receiver that I picked up last night. The receiver is packing 35 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo). Suggestions warmly welcome! I wish I could get that Dual turntable off you somehow! Do you ever go in to Toronto or Hamilton? Supercrawl in Hamilton this weekend perhaps?

Success!! Last night I picked up an Akai AA-1135 receiver. So far it is working well (through my crappy old speakers with cheap crappy speaker wires) and I am very pleased. Made in Japan in 1978 or 1979. Specs: Tuning range: FM, MW Power output: 35 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) Frequency response: 6Hz to 70kHz Total harmonic distortion: 0.2% Damping factor: 30 Input sensitivity: 3mV (MM), 150mV (DIN), 150mV (line) Signal to noise ratio: 80dB (MM), 90dB (line) Channel separation: 55dB (MM) Output: 150mV (line), 30mV (DIN) Speaker load impedance: 4Ω to 16Ω Semiconductors: 4 x IC, 1 x FET, 37 x transistors, 20 x diodes Dimensions: 480 x 155 x 345mm Weight: 10.8kg These pictures aren't of the one that I bought, but same make and model: I realize that getting speakers first, and then an amp to compliment the speakers, might have been the way to go, but oh well. Next up, speakers and turntable! Thanks for all the input.

Update on the Technics SA-8100X: An hour before I was set to arrive at the guy's house, he called me to tell me that the lights don't seem to be working. But that the rest is working fine and I could come over to listen to some tunes if I like (). I told him to give me a call when the unit is in full working order, as I am not interested in buying something that needs repairs right off the bat. Back to the hunt.

I'm going to check out this receiver tonight. It's a Technics SA-8100x. I know the advice has been to go for a 2-channel, but this one happens to have 4 channels. Built in Japan in 1976. And clocking in at almost 33 pounds.

That Sansui looks downright sexy. I'm still shopping for all three components, and and roughly trying to heed by Weirdness' advice. RECEIVER: Nikko NR-519 One receiver I am looking at is a Nikko NR-519. There's a guy selling one in Burlington for $50. Made sometime between 1978-82. The ad is here and there are favourable things said about it over here.. The pictures contained in the ad aren't great, but here's a close up of one: SPEAKERS: Celestion DL8 Series I'm also thinking about this pair of bookshelf speakers on sale for $140 (the ad is here. From the late 80s. They have eight inch woofers with rubber surrounds. The ad says that all drivers work well and that they are easy to drive so a smaller powered receiver will work well. Power range is 10-150 watts each. Cabinets are black vinyl finish. AudioKarma chit chat about these speakers (found here) is favourable. Any thoughts on these babies??

FYI: A friend of mine with a rather awesome record collection, who is trimming down, is hosting a yard sale during the Locke Street Festival just off of Locke at 340 Charlton St. That is this Saturday starting at 10 AM. The sale will also feature knick knacks. Check it out!

Thanks! This is helping a lot and I'm taking your advice directly into account. I'm going after a receiver first. Have been doing a lot of googling. I am interested in this used Yamaha RX-397 receiver. It is a fairly new model (within the past 5-10 years), 2-channel, phono input, and everything I've read about it so far has been quite positive. The price seems a bit high though ($200), as it looks like it retailed for around $250-300 and there are others in the States selling the same model on eBay in the $70-100 range. Any thoughts on this baby?? Highlights: - 50 watts x 2 (stereo) into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.04% THD - 4-ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakers - 40 AM/FM presets - 5 audio inputs (including phono) - tape monitor loop - rotary bass and treble controls - continuously variable loudness control - Pure Direct mode bypasses tone, balance, and loudness controls for cleaner sound - remote control - headphone jack - front-panel and remote switching for two pairs of main speakers - binding post speaker connectors - sleep timer - 17-1/8" x 5-15/16" x 12-13/16" - weight: 16 lbs.

Does it have to specifically be a phono input, or could I just plug a record player into an AUX input? Is there a difference between these two types of inputs? I found this used Denon amp but it says "no phono input". Could I plug a record player into an AUX, and if so is there a downside to this? Two channel vs. surround -- Admittedly I have to do some reading up better understand this. My intuitive and uneducated thinking would have been that surround sound is good. If I were to go for a two channel receiver, would I be looking at older models? (i.e. do they still make two channel or did they go exclusively to surround, then dolby 5.1, etc?)

I was thinking about getting this used Kenwood VR 405 receiver. It's listed for $120 and comes with some Sony speakers. The speakers are Sony SS-SR3000P (Rear) amd Sony SS-CN3000P. Check it out: http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/ele/4039770616.html Any thoughts?? PS: here are the specs on the receiver: Product Identifiers Brand Kenwood Model 405 Family Line Kenwood VR Product Type Home Theater Receivers MPN VR405 Key Features Channels 5.1 Channel Output Power 400 Watt Amplifier Output Details 100 Watt - 1 channel(s) ( center ), 100 Watt - 1 channel(s) ( subwoofer ), 100 Watt - 2 channel(s) ( front ), 100 Watt - 2 channel(s) ( surround ), 80 Watt - 8 Ohm - 40 - 20000 Hz - 5 channel(s), 80 Watt - 8 Ohm - 40 - 20000 Hz - THD 0.7% - 5 channel(s) Sound Effects Bass Boost Sound Output Type AC-3 (Dolby Digital) HDMI Yes Built-in Decoders DTS, Dolby 3 Stereo, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II Receiver Tuner Type Digital Receiver Tuner Bands AM/FM Response Bandwidth 40 - 20000 Hz Technical Features Input Impedance 47 kOhm Input Sensitivity 122 mV Power Consumption Operational 20 Watt Connectivity Connectors Type 1 X AM Tuner Antenna input - rear, 1 X Analog Audio output - rear, 1 X Composite (Video) output - rear, 1 X Digital Optical input - rear, 1 X FM Tuner Antenna input - rear, 1 X Headphones output - front, 2 X Digital Coaxial input - rear, 2 X RCA (2 Audio Channels) input - rear, 2 X RCA (2 Audio Channels) output - rear, 3 X Analog Audio input - rear Coaxial Digital Input Yes Optical Digital Input Yes Headphone Jack Yes Miscellaneous Color Black Remote Control Type Remote control Built-in Display Type Fluorescent, LED Bass Control Yes Dimensions Height 5.51 in. Width 17.32 in. Weight 15.87 lb.

Hi folks, I am looking to make a modest investment in a used stereo set up, and was wondering if some folks here might be able to provide some advice. Basically what I'm looking for is a set up that will enable me to play records, and plug into a computer to play the rest of my music library via iTunes, and eventually plug into a TV when the day comes that someone gives me a free HD TV. I'm looking to buy used stuff and my budget is about $400. I'm basically looking for: 1) a receiver 2) a turntable 3) speakers If I was going to spend a little more on one of the above I'd probably make it the speakers. I don't have any need or desire to play the records through a computer, or make digital files out of the records. I'm not sure what an Apple TV is or does, but I have a hunch that it may be a good thing to incorporate into my set up down the line. I'm not really an audiophile and admittedly I barely know what I'm talking about here. :cool: Any tips or leads would be greatly appreciated. First question coming up..

Schedule: MAIN STAGE 12:00-12:25PM Harlan Pepper 12:27-12:57PM Harrison Kennedy 1:09-1:44PM Pegi Young & The Survivors 2:00-2:30PM Martha Wainwright 2:47-3:22PM Basia Bulat 3:39-4:09PM Rocco DeLucca 4:26-5:01PM Whitehorse 5:16-5:56PM Trixie Whitley 6:23-6:58PM Arkells 7:15-8:10PM Emmylou Harris 8:27-9:27PM Gordon Lightfoot 9:47-10:47PM Daniel Lanois 10:47- 11:17PM All-Star Jam FOH STAGE 12:59-1:09PM Daniel Lanois 1:47-2:00PM TBA 2:32-2:47PM Derek Miller 3:24-3:39PM Dawn & Marra 4:11-4:26PM TBA 5:03-5:16PM Brian Griffith 5:58-6:23PM Ohnia:kara 7:00-7:15PM Terra Lightfoot 8:12-8:27 Rocco DeLuca

Press release posted on the festival website yesterday has some new additions to the lineup: http://www.harvestpicnic.ca/info/press-releases/171-press-release-august-29-2013.html September Seventh Entertainment Limited announced today that Martha Wainwright, Brian Griffith, Terra Lightfoot, Derek Miller and Dawn & Marra have been added to this year’s line up which includes Emmylou Harris, Daniel Lanois, Arkells, Whitehorse, Basia Bulat, Trixie Whitley, Rocco DeLuca, Harlan Pepper, Pegi Young & The Survivors, Harrison Kennedy and Ohnia:kara and will take place on Saturday August 31st at Christie Lake Conservation Area in Dundas, Ontario. Gates open at 11AM and show starts at 12PM. The event serves to celebrate the importance of the Greenbelt, local farmers, community horticulture, art, the outdoors and the eat-local movement. Martha Wainwright is the daughter of folk legends Loudon Wainwright III and Kate McGarrigle and sister of acclaimed singer songwriter Rufus Wainwright. Born in New York City and raised in Montreal, she spent her childhood immersed in music and often performing with her parents. She took the first step in her own recording career in 1998 when she contributed her song “Year of the Dragon†to her mother and aunt’s album The McGarrigle Hour. Martha’s third studio album, Come Home To Mama, is her first collection of original music in four years and was produced by Yuka C. Honda of Cibo Matto. Born on the Six Nations of the Grand River, Mohawk Territory, in Canada, Derek Miller became interested in music in his early teens, and by the late ’90s had garnered a Juno for both his debut album, ‘Music Is the Medicine’ and sophomore album ‘The Dirty Looks’ in 2008. Derek’s latest album ‘Derek Miller with Double Trouble’ takes us to the heart of Native Americana romanticism. It uses vintage tones and aesthetics of 50’s rock and roll with a modern twist, telling the story of a mythical man who has a blind moment of insanity and the events that got him to that point. The first single ‘Damned If You Do’ features Willie Nelson singing a duet with Derek. Terra Lightfoot began her recording career Toronto Island with acclaimed engineer Dale Morningstar in 2009. Since then, Lightfoot has become one of Hamilton’s most notable solo artists as well as a member of country act, The Dinner Belles. Dawn and Marra’s performance comes on the heels of the Dundas duet’s second studio album, "Teaspoons and Tablespoons". The two recorded the album in Vancouver with noted indie producer Howard Redekopp (Said the Whale, Mother Mother, Paper Lions, The Reason). As a member of the famed Washington clan, Brian Griffith has long been known as one Hamilton’s most influential guitarists. As a kid, he learned to play guitar by listening to his uncle, the iconic Jackie Washington. He has recorded and played with Willie Nelson, Emmylou Harris, Harrison Kennedy, Tom Wilson and Dave Rave to name a few.

Any of you happen to check out the Pegi Young show at This Ain't Hollywood in Hamilton last night? My friend went, said it was a short show that featured Spooner Oldham tearing it up.

Whoops, the $23 ones are Youth tickets. The adult tickets start at $42.

You can snag tickets on StubHub right now for as low as $23.99. In other news (well, not really news even) my friend saw Lanois getting into his car outside his Toronto studio yesterday. The show must go on!

Tiger Cats based solely on the name!

Colin Linden will be joining Blackie and the Rodeo Kings for their set on the Saturday (with guests Amy Helm, Michael Timmins, Paul Reddick). Does anyone know who is playing at This Ain't Hollywood on the Saturday night? TAH's website doesn't say.

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