I spotted this project today and thought it might be of interest for some of you.
It will allow you to stream your vinyls, CD or cassette players to airplay capable devices.
Connect turntables to HomePods
Submitted 1 day ago by jamhmgenau@feddit.org to selfhosted@lemmy.world
https://github.com/lo-tech-systems/autostream
ahmedezat_katteb@lemmy.world 15 hours ago
Nice find. One thing to check before buying parts: the README says it works with line-level sources through a USB audio adapter. Most turntables output phono level, so unless yours has a built-in preamp (look for a PHONO/LINE switch on the back), you’ll need a phono preamp between the deck and the USB adapter. Without it the signal is very quiet and has no RIAA equalisation, so it sounds thin.
Also, AirPlay buffers for a couple of seconds, which is fine for listening, but you’ll notice the delay if you’re standing next to the speakers while dropping the needle. The automatic start/stop on signal detection is the clever part for a turntable.
Harald_im_Netz@feddit.org 14 hours ago
Look for RIAA-Amplifiers. They usually offer two cinch-inputs and two cinch-outputs, to get the signal on line level. They’re fairly inexpensive.