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Audio-Technica brings its legendary quality and audio fidelity to the digital realm with this LP-to-digital recording system. The AT-LP60-USB stereo turntable comes equipped with a USB output that allows direct connection to your computer. The system also offers: Mac- and PC-compatible Audacity software; an integral dual-magnet Audio-Technica phono cartridge; and a USB cable and adapter cables. The turntable also features a built-in switchable phono/line preamp that allows connection to a stereo system equipped with either a phono or line-level input.
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from San Antonio, Texas
I've only had the turntable for a little over a day but so far I like it, although I'm a little disappointed in the seeming flimsiness of the unit as a whole. The needle arm *seems* a bit on the easy to break side as do the buttons. The case also seems less than sturdy, but none of those issues affect the sound quality at all. If you take care of the turntable you will be happy with the sound that comes out of it.
For $129 the sound quality is excellent. I've put on quite a few old records (including a 1967 Beatles album) and they all sound fantastic. Way better than I expected to get with a turntable at this price.
Overall the sound quality tops every other concern I had about the turntable and I would recommend it if you are looking to spin up your records again but don't need or want an expensive turntable but still want quality sound, this is a really good buy.
My Best Buy number: 0784042951
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This full-tower chassis is compatible with ATX, micro ATX and EATX motherboards and USB 3.0 devices for easy connectivity. With support and cooling for graphics cards, CPUs and motherboards, the 3 fans ensure massive airflow for installed components.
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5
Steroids + Computer Case = This Bad Boy
on February 23, 2013
Posted by: utexgrad88
from San Antonio, Texas
Build or modify your own PC:Yes
Level of Expertise:Expert
Primary reason for building/modifying PC:Gaming
There is nothing I don't love about this case. It's roomy, which makes it very easy to add components, has great cable management features, hard drive and CD-ROM drive installation was a breeze, and has lots of fans to move air around, with the added benefit of being able to add even more to the case if you feel so inclined.
This case replaced an old bare-bones case that I used for a couple of years. Temps are lower on both my CPU and video card and that makes me very happy. Besides all that, the thing just looks cool! Is the red LED on the front fan a little overkill? Sure, but who cares because it looks like a Cylon. A cool, old-school Cylon.
If I had to toss in a downside, it's the manual. If I didn't know what I was doing already, the manual would have frustrated me to no end. It's a multilingual, poorly-worded, picture-based booklet that would do no favors to someone building a PC for the first time.
OK, one more small downside: I did think at $189, it was a bit pricey and to be honest, if I hadn't been able to use some gift cards to get it at a greatly reduced price, I likely wouldn't have bought it. Having said that, it is nice to have a roomy case with lots of air circulation and plenty of room to expand. If you do decide to drop the money and get this case, you won't regret it.
What's great about it: Lots of room, cable management, fans, fans, fans!
What's not so great: "Manual" leaves much to be desired, pricey for a case, see-through side case means I have to be tidy
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Star Wars: The Complete Saga [Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/2550/2550164_sa.jpg)
This extensive release includes all six films in the science fiction juggernaut Star Wars franchise: Star Wars (aka Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope), The Empire Strikes Back (aka Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back), Return of the Jedi (aka Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi), Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones, and Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith.
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3
Prequels and horrible "additions" aside, solid
on September 21, 2011
Posted by: utexgrad88
from San Antonio, Texas
I hated the prequels so I won't even bother to review them here. However, since the only way to get the amazing bonus content was to buy the complete set, I swallowed my anger at having to own those horrible films, as well as Lucas' inane attempts to "better" the first three films and bought this set. Luckily, I have the originals on video so I can go back and watch the films the way they should have been in this set.
I will do my best to avoid commenting on the ridiculous re-working of Star Wars (Greedo shooting first? The stupid CGI pratfall additions at Mos Eisley? Han stepping on Jabba's tail? etc, etc.) and Return of the Jedi (a pathetic song and dance number at Jabba's palace?? Really???) Fortunately, Lucas meddled much, much less with Empire Strikes back so that the film is nearly in its original glory.
Oops, I guess I didn't really do my best to avoid commenting :-)
The restoration of the first three films is spectacular. The picture quality and sound are incredible and it was like seeing the films again for the first time. You can see every dent, scrape and ripple in C-3PO's metal body, extra detail is all over the Millennium Falcon, Death Star, Dagobah, Hoth and the Cloud City, and all of the action sequences benefit immensely from the royal high-def restoration.
The sound is equally impressive and immersive. Lossless and remastered in DTS-HD 5.1, it totally blew me away. If you have a theater surround system set up, it's going to get a great workout when you watch the films.
There are a star destroyer's-load ful of extras, too. From deleted scenes to commentary to behind-the-scenes footage of rehearsals and filming. As a complete Star Wars geek, I was in Heaven with all of the bonus content in this collection.
If you can stomach the hatchet job Lucas did on the original trilogy and the inclusion of the latter 3 films then you will absolutely love this set.
What's great about it: Extras, Empire Strikes Back nearly in its original form
What's not so great: Prequel films, Lucas' meddling with the classic first 3 films
I would recommend this to a friend!
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