Novic question about reel to reels

[kylemac]

Question:

I purchased my first reel to reel a few months ago on ebay (Sony tc-377) and I really enjoy the sound quality...

Now that I've lurked here for a while, I am consider upgrading (however, I will likely only record my records to the reels, or concerts aired on Sirius radio.)

Since I like the quality of reel to reel, should I consider upgrading to a better player... like a Tascam or something in the $300 to $500 range?

If I do, how much will this increase my LISTENING pleasure? Or is that mainly for musicians with home studios?

 

[ssscientist]

Please don't crosspost.

Crossposting means posting a cut and paste of the same question in different forums at the same time or shortly therafter. Pick the most appropriate forum and post once.

What is the Sony r-t-r you bought on eBay not doing that you want it to do?

If you're looking for an increase in quality you're not going to find it in the $300 to $500 range. It would only be a lateral move until you get above a thousand dollars or so, because that's where you get into the bottom of the audiophile brands.

Have you considered looking for a used Revox? You'd need to do your research as far as head wear and tape path condition and see if you can find one that has a 15ips option. I'm sure your current machine is 3 3/4 or 7 1/2 ips and you will use twice as much tape, but the quality will be substantially better.

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