Audioless Winnipeg Group!

It's been awhile since we updated the blog.  But, winter is finally gone and looks like everyone is getting back into gear to do a bit of spring cleaning! I've only come across a couple of Micro Seiki turntables and only been inside of one.  So, I was quite curious about this one.  Clearly, it's probably from the late 70s to the early 80s and this one seems to be the first generation or so as the DD-24S is equipped with a low mass straight tone arm over the standard S-shaped arm.  Regardless of the different tone arms both are probably the same, internally. However, the S-shaped tonearm does offer a bit more flexibility with cartridges, well at least these days.  The counter weight is also adjustable which is an excellent feature. Inside, everything was neatly laid out, I can see a nice big direct drive motor, which is a good sign.  Simplistic, auto return mechanism, which is another huge plus and a feature I haven't seen much on Japanese made turntab...

Today is Christmas Eve and we at Audioless Winnipeg would like to send our season greetings to everyone!  Hope everyone has a warm Christmas!  And, of course celebrating the festivities with music!

QED wasn't really known for their audio equipment but, everyone knew they made some quality audio accessories like switch boxes, and I should know as I have one and it's great stuff, much better than the Realistic ones, that's for sure. But, when it came down to the R232EN, I wasn't too sure.  When I saw it, all I could say was "QED made a turntable?"  But, it had some quality stuff put into it.  A glass platter, tri-point isolation feet, a nice light weight aluminum tone arm and it does say the motor is quartz lock.  I will admit I do enjoy non-suspended belt drive turntables and I really like the Cambridge Audio TT-50.  That being said, I like this turntable too!  I think it sounds pretty nice.  As well, I am a sucker of a nice glass platter! The QED "EN" model uses a DC motor with electronic speed controls between the 33/45rpm instead of taking the platter off and moving the belt to a different part of the motor spindle, which is nice.  It...

It was brought to our attention for those who cruise our blog that many may not know about our sale ad on Kijiji.  It is up and running now!  All the pieces listed in this ad are at our lowest price. some have been gone through by our technician, Tweakjunkie1. Christmas is coming so, if you've been looking for a treat or gift, give us a shout!  All you have to do is search "Audioless" in the Kijiji search bar (minus the quotations)! Cheers!

This is probably the first modern turntable that's come into my hands for servicing and of course the photo shoot.  I know many people think Audioless Winnipeg just purely deal with vintage and to some degree it's true.  However, we are a fan of all audio equipment throughout the ages.  This little black puppy just happens to be for sale due to the owner's upgraditis, haha.  Our member is the original owner and it's been well taken care of.  There is something about the Black Piano Finish that I really love.  It's clean, shiny and classy, like a grand piano in a concert hall.  The angled dustcover is also a bonus. This is your typical 2-speed, non-suspended, belt drive turntable.  It's purely manual and not only it is dead simple but reliable!  The design is of your typical European flare.  Suspended motor to reduce vibration, a heavy composite sub-platter for resonance control and an elastomer coated platter for who knows what, haha...

I completely forgot about posting this turntable on the blog.  I thought I did, but I guess I didn't.  However, it is sold so, this is primarily for information and posterity.  Personally, I enjoy non-suspended belt drive turntables because they're less finicky to deal with, no need to adjust suspension and the need of a solid platform.  Granted, a solid platform is good for all turntable.  For some odd reason, could be laziness, I just tend to prefer non-suspended belt drive tables, and which is why I would like to get an Empire turntable to play with! But, I digress.  I have numerous of Thorens turntables in my ownership, from the sought after TD-125MKII, to handful of TD-160s and TD-150s (I did love the look of the tone arm on the MKII), the popular Harman Hardon T165C and of course plenty of Japanese suspended belt drive turntables, and all were great but all of them weren't from me.  I've always stuck with my non-suspended direct drive turntab...

I've talked to some of the guys and I think it's time to do a small fire sale to clear out some of our serviced gear out to make room for up and coming projects! We all know that Winnipeg loves a deal.  So, we're gonna give you one!  Stay tuned!

Our lovely Pioneer PL-600 has found it's new home but, I guess many would never figure out where it is.  It's not in Winnipeg, or in the same Province.  Heck, it's not even in the same country!  The Pioneer PL-600 has found it's new home in Anchorage, Alaska, USA!  That's right, we do ship out our gear to the USA and Canada.  Now, this wasn't the easiest packing job.  Getting all the necessary material took time and just packing it took even more time!  We do take our time to properly pack any gear that's being shipped out.  And, that's the most important thing!  We want all our gear to arrive undamaged and in the same shape.  As well, we want all our gear to find appreciative homes just like this one! The new owner is thrilled to have the PL-600 where it will join other Pioneer gear!  Here are some snap shots of the PL-600 in Anchorage!

This is a real treat.  I haven't seen the early scanspeak drivers in quite some time!  When the member phoned me about them all he said they were Dynaco as per the badge.  After a quick description, I identified them as the A25.  When they got dropped off to me and after a close examination of the Aperiodic vent, which was above the tweeter, I soon realized they are the early version of the A25 with the Scanspeak drivers! These are some mighty fine speakers.  They are quite dynamic with a very lively sound signature.  As well being a nice bookshelf speakers I can see why these are quite popular and desirable for both new and veteran enthusiasts.  For their age, they are in great shape.  There is a depressed area but not really noticeable.  Grills are in good shape as well the badges are intact!  Not to mentioned they are wrapped in real wood veneer! They have been cleaned up and oiled up and ready for a new home!

This is coming out of my private collection!  This is one heck of a turntable and is probably considered one of the best turntables that Pioneer built at the consumer level. It has all the features one would want in a fully automatic turntable!  It's 2-speed, direct drive with quartz lock.  It has record selection size as well with repeat.  And, most importantly, it has VTA!  Not to mention the build quality underneath the hood. All metal plinth, heavy platter, superb tone arm, an excellent direct drive motor and suspended platter and tone arm!  Think of the Technics SL-1600mk2 to SL-1800mk2 turntables, they too are suspended.  I have to admit, it's really a superb table that can give the Technics it's run for it's money. I really love the design of the PL-600, it's very simplistic with a very utilitarian / industrial design.   It's in excellent condition and comes with its original headshell and transport screws.  It's been fres...