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TheAlexCoury

This is my first set up after getting in the hobby around Christmas time. I really love music, all different kinds (mostly hip-hop/rap but I chose some good metal from Dio for this picture). After spending so much time browsing this subreddit and other vinyl discussions. I decided to jump into the hobby myself. My turntable is a Fluance RT82. I think it works great and wasn’t to hard to set up, just had to really get the balance right. On the bottom is a Sony STRDH190 Home Stereo that I am using, and my speakers are Wharfedale Diamond 225 speakers. I really think I have some good quality sound with this set up and so far I love the way my records are playing. My only issue is my room size ATM, where I cannot spread the speakers far enough apart, but this will be fixed in the next couple months when I move out into my own place. For now, this is working for me and I have no complaints. I am just so happy and excited to share with you all!!!


fschabd

That poster is sick. Also nice turntable I just ordered one of those!


TheAlexCoury

Thanks man! And I hope you enjoy your turntable… I think it was well worth it!


Imapatriothurrrdurrr

Spread that triptych out dude lol.


dpaulw

Holy Diver. Excellent album.


TheAlexCoury

Couldn’t agree more! What’s your favorite song on it?


dpaulw

Holy Diver


TMLTurby

Is that the remix album or the original?


TheAlexCoury

Unfortunately it is not the OG, however I still really think this one sounds great and I am real happy with it!


TMLTurby

So it's the remix? Does disc 1 side A have a problem where the needle can go all the way to the label, instead of looping at the end?


Lord-Riptide

I also got my first set up recently! But space is a premium for me and yours look way better lmao From newbie to newbie, any noticeable difference in using the speaker stands, or just placing the speakers in the table? Gotta love Dio, can't describe how much I love his music. And Holy Diver? Pshhh amazing.


TheAlexCoury

Congrats on your first set up man! I’d love to see yours too :) As for the speaker stands, I only used the stands since I didn’t have room on the table, so I actually haven’t tested them on the table. I have read though that you should always have your speakers on a different table than your turntable (which I would assume has to do with vibrations and the needle on the turntable, don’t quote me on that tho). And YES! Dio is incredible and I love this album! While I am not a massive metal fan (i’m mostly into hip-hop and rap), this album stands out to me and I am glad to have it on vinyl!!


Lord-Riptide

[it's not much, but it's honest work](https://www.reddit.com/r/vinyl/comments/zr6tbs/we_did_it_my_first_real_setup_and_i_couldnt_be/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button) I guess the stand thing makes sense... Will need to get my own to check. I like me some rap every once in a while, the only rap album I have is Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde, but it's killer! Looking forward to get some Madvillain and Dre, or Wu Tang.


TheAlexCoury

Nice set up! I have Madvillian and 2001 on the way right now, so great taste!


davidcandle

If you have room get speaker stands.


davidcandle

My goodness, a first setup that has separate turntable, amp and speakers.... and actually has speaker stands! I'd give a gazillion upvotes for that alone. Enjoy!


TheAlexCoury

Appreciate the kind words!


JakkSplatt

I got a first repress on Vertigo from the UK. Listed as VG when I bought it but cleaned up to a NM. Love Holy Diver 🤘


TheAlexCoury

Hell yeah man! Good stuff


Im_cucumber_Joe_haha

Dio is awesome enjoy the setup


TheAlexCoury

Agreed! Appreciate it!


Eric_53

Fantastic setup!! Have fun collecting and welcome:)


TheAlexCoury

Thank you very much!


NickAndHisGuitar

Dio has rocked for a long, long time.


dascrackhaus

...now it's time for him to pass the torch


[deleted]

Love those speakers just recently got a pair myself, enjoy!


TheAlexCoury

They sound great! Thank you!


eddyflame

I have the Walmart version of that, 15 bucks


TheAlexCoury

It’s such a good album, well worth more than $15… that’s a steal!


_0cuteasabutton0_

One of the best metal albums ever. Enjoy!


TheAlexCoury

Agreed, thank you!


TegridyConspiracies

What kind of table do you have it on? sorry if already asked, missed the comment if so.


TheAlexCoury

If you are asking turntable, then its a Fluance RT82 If you are asking about the actual table its on, then its just a table on amazon found at this link: SUPER DEAL 2-Tier Industrial... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B9Y38X1V?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share


TegridyConspiracies

The table itself is what i was looking for. thank you a bunch for having a good answer for both, though! This is a kick ass setup.


TheAlexCoury

Of course! And thank you for the kind words, I am real happy with it!


Benbrada

Nice! I’m a huge RJD fan as well!


TheAlexCoury

Good stuff!


ExtreamV

up vote for DIO. \m/ \m/


TheAlexCoury

Hell yeah!


blitzkriegtaco

Now that’s a first setup! Looks like you spent some time on this sub before diving in. Enjoy!!!


TheAlexCoury

I definitely did! Thanks for the kind words


Swagga21Muffin

This is a proper first set up! None of that Crosley shit! Bet it sounds awesome!


TheAlexCoury

It does! Thank you!


Plastic_Sir_8119

Move the speakers away. One of the greatest albums though. Good taste