Alkaline Posted November 22, 2014 Report Share Posted November 22, 2014 Where is a good place in Aberdeen to have a birthday party? I no longer have a flat in town, and asking someone else to use theirs seems cheeky.I'm expecting great replies here, folks! Wimpy at Codonas? Seriously though, what sort of vibe are you looking for? Could you hire Cellar 35 and put on a band or two? Function room at Portals? Depends what you're after really I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Broonbreed Posted November 22, 2014 Report Share Posted November 22, 2014 Function suite at Portals is a good all rounder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltz Posted November 22, 2014 Report Share Posted November 22, 2014 I suppose if it was Portals, the party would never have to end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TR!ΔNGL€ T€€TH Posted November 22, 2014 Report Share Posted November 22, 2014 I think it is free to hire upstairs at the blue lamp. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Easy Wishes Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Also consider Sinatra's downstairs at La Lombarda (the old Drakes). It's a nice wee space and they're pretty flexible about most things. If it's just a bit with a bar and the means to have someone DJ/stick on some records then it's pretty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemonade Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Anti-virus on Android tablet - necessary? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brettthain1 Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 (edited) Anti-virus on Android tablet - necessary?It is nessessary! The google play store isn't as secure as the apple App Store. Meaning, apple apps are tested and made sure they are safe for customers to download where as the google play store isn't. It's apparently really easy to make a fraudulent app and it'll reveal some information you may not want others to see. That's why they warn you even when downloading a free app.Not only that, it's handy for web browsing too, stops anyone sharing a public wifi for seeing what you're getting upto. Edited November 24, 2014 by brettthain1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattJimF Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 I have lookout on my phone for scanning downloads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirsten Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 I know it is the age old question of this thread but just in case the answer has changed from last time: can anyone recommend a decent, not horrendously expensive record player/speaker set up? My cheapo Steepletone thing is on the way out. Mega squeaky, thought it was just needed a new stylus but I think it's a problem with something inside because it does it even when the needle is up and usually only with more heavyweight records. Boo-urns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Owl PhD Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 I know it is the age old question of this thread but just in case the answer has changed from last time: can anyone recommend a decent, not horrendously expensive record player/speaker set up?My cheapo Steepletone thing is on the way out. Mega squeaky, thought it was just needed a new stylus but I think it's a problem with something inside because it does it even when the needle is up and usually only with more heavyweight records. Boo-urns. What do you mean by 'not horrendously expensive' i.e. what sort of price range would be reasonable?Do you just need a turntable or do you need some other kit e.g. amp, speakers etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kirsten Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 Bleurgh, someone just buy me something and I'll pay you back later, alright? Seriously though, thanks, mins. Wasn't sure which brands were best to look out for if any. Secondhand would be fine if I figure out what I'm looking for. Most people I know have inherited their turntables from family/friends and they all seem to miraculously last for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkaline Posted November 26, 2014 Report Share Posted November 26, 2014 Bleurgh, someone just buy me something and I'll pay you back later, alright? Seriously though, thanks, mins. Wasn't sure which brands were best to look out for if any. Secondhand would be fine if I figure out what I'm looking for. Most people I know have inherited their turntables from family/friends and they all seem to miraculously last for years.Amps: Denon, Marantz, Sony Speakers: Mission, Tannoy, JBLTurntable: Project, Sony, RegaYou will definitely have to look around but there's always folks shifting things on for cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Broonbreed Posted November 26, 2014 Report Share Posted November 26, 2014 turntable http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/pro-ject-turntable-/111526873652#ht_82wt_1399 Amp http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Cambridge-Audio-A1-V3-0-Integrated-Amplifier-/161481821203?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiFi_Amplifiers&hash=item2599110c13#ht_1722wt_1161 Speakers http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Teac-LS-500U-Compact-Sized-Bookshelf-Loud-Speakers-/141485075732?#ht_631wt_1399 The deck is pretty decent and you can easily upgrade separates later if you need to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colb Posted November 26, 2014 Report Share Posted November 26, 2014 If you're in Edinburgh you could try Richer Sounds on Chambers Street? They do pretty good deals and will generally chop off some cash if you're buying a few things. Also, they're right into the black Friday thing - which is this Friday........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkaline Posted November 26, 2014 Report Share Posted November 26, 2014 turntable http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/pro-ject-turntable-/111526873652#ht_82wt_1399 Amp http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Cambridge-Audio-A1-V3-0-Integrated-Amplifier-/161481821203?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiFi_Amplifiers&hash=item2599110c13#ht_1722wt_1161 Speakers http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Teac-LS-500U-Compact-Sized-Bookshelf-Loud-Speakers-/141485075732?#ht_631wt_1399 The deck is pretty decent and you can easily upgrade separates later if you need to.That all looks pretty decent, factor replacing the stylus into your costs if it's been well used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Broonbreed Posted November 26, 2014 Report Share Posted November 26, 2014 (edited) I just noticed, the phono input on that amp is faulty, not good for the turntable. When shopping for an amp, make sure it has a phono connection. Any amp worth its salt will have one though, but double check. Edited November 26, 2014 by James Broonbreed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Old Gold Posted November 26, 2014 Report Share Posted November 26, 2014 I've got a muckle pair of passive speakers you can have if you want bud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Gold Posted November 26, 2014 Report Share Posted November 26, 2014 Also, the entry level Project turntable is the damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirsten Posted November 27, 2014 Report Share Posted November 27, 2014 Thanks, pals! Lots of research to do but you've given me a better idea of what to look for. If you're in Edinburgh you could try Richer Sounds on Chambers Street? They do pretty good deals and will generally chop off some cash if you're buying a few things. Also, they're right into the black Friday thing - which is this Friday...........That's a particularly good shout. It was the only place I could think of for this sort of thing in Edinburgh, so them doing Black Friday is even better... Ooh, I will hit you up soon, Rybear! Once I get my shit together on the turntable front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Broonbreed Posted November 28, 2014 Report Share Posted November 28, 2014 On a similar note; can anyone tell me if DAC's really make that much of a difference? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Owl PhD Posted November 28, 2014 Report Share Posted November 28, 2014 On a similar note; can anyone tell me if DAC's really make that much of a difference? Seems to get debated a lot. I think a good one improves the sound - seems to make it a bit fuller and smoother, more CD like I suppose. I use one (an Arcam irDAC, which is a fairly expensive one) and I'm glad that I do. I put my CD player (a reasonably good Denon one) through it and can easily switch back and forth between the CD player on its own and with the DAC. It's a slight but definite step up in sound quality with the DAC. For MP3s off my computer it makes a definite improvement and I also use it for my TV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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