The Best Telescope for BEGINNERS (Visual Astronomy)

The Best Telescope for Beginners:

Buying your first astronomy telescope is a step towards a new level of appreciation for the night sky.

Almost 8 years ago, I bought my first telescope - a Dobsonian reflector - just like this one (just smaller). The experiences I had with this telescope early on propelled my love for astronomy.

I believe that an 8-inch Dob, like the one featured in this video (Apertura AD8), is the best telescope a beginner could start with.

SPECS:

Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
Focal Length: 1200mm
Aperture: 8 Inches
Focal Ratio: F/5.9

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[theaurumtheory]

I remember looking at my very first planet, Jupiter, with it's 4 brightest moons, 127/1000 mm Newtonian reflector telescope, I kept smiling for the next 2 hours non stop, one of the best feelings ever.. Then I observed the Pleiades cluster, Andromeda, and then I fell in love, for me there is no better hobby than stargazing with a scope..

[astrogerard]

I can't believe some people called you a fake! The word ignorant is too good for them!

[tedmouser]

As the newbie know-nothing, and an old fart at that, you've been a true inspiration to me. I've maintained a lifelong love of photography, though without any training or self-education, I've still managed to find my way to astrophotography. Unfortunately, living on a fixed disabled Vietnam veteran's pension, I could never afford the equipment you have, just watching your videos have been an eye-opening, exciting adventure for me. Thank you for opening a whole new world to me!

[colmhain]

It "didn't feel fifty pounds" because of the adrenaline rush from

[kalllistos]

I remember seeing Saturn for the first time and it was by accident, the words that came out of my mouth in front of my dad weren't the best chosen words, but he laughed it off because I was so excited. I also experienced looking at the Ring Nebula for the first time this summer and I was on the verge of tears. It's amazing how looking up can change everything.

[timwillbond]

I shall remember my first night with a telescope looking at the moon and then jupiter for the rest of my life. The emotion in this video is so powerful and relatable. Thank you Trevor. 2 years obsessed with astronomy thanks to your channel <3

[patrogers]

I visited our local planetarium in the 6th grade 70 years ago. After a long career as a chemist at the University, I’ve now decided to go back to my first love…astronomy. Thank you for your introduction. I can’t wait to learn more and order my first scope.

[ChipZilla]

I'm 42 and I've had a love affair with astronomy my whole life but never been able to do it. I don't have a garden or garage and i work a day job on the city meaning i can't stay up through the night. As a teenager i used to go and sit in the local park at night with a pair of binoculars and a star map. Most nights i go to bed listening to videos about neutron stars or quantum mechanics. Maybe one day I'll be in a better position to enjoy this incredible hobby.

[jamestom]

Nailed It !!
I remember my fist telescope, a some 60mm typical refractor that looked amazing but gave every star a "beautifull" tail, like a comet but better....lol, yes, can your scope to that..? lol.
BUT
I loved it. I was out there every night. It was a honeymoon that lasted for and in some ways im still there as a child.
I used to drool over all the Telescope adds listed in the national geographic that came from the US, I was in Australia. I even wrote to Celestron for a brochure, and they sent it. I was wrapped with them to get a brochure direct from the USA. And just drooled over every page.
Amazing times when you can just go out there and watch. LOVE IT and you nailed it.
One day I will own something like the scopes you have but for now ill enjoy it with my binoculars and little 80mm f5 nice ebay snag.
Keep these vids video will stay with me for a long time
Thank You !!

[stnpny]

I remember the first time looking through a hobby level telescope, at the moon, and embarrassing myself by saying "wow, it's like it's just floating there"...

[jmar]

One of our members bought a Meade 8" Dob at a garage sale for $30, because the person that sold it "couldn't get it to work."
He brought it to a meeting, and we collimated it.
Excellent scope. $30 and five minutes with a laser.
Oh... To be in the right place at the right time.

[TheMadMurf]

Looking at something as simple as the moon through a telescope for the first time can be a magical experience. We see it so often that we don't even really think about it, but when you're viewing it magnified through a scope, suddenly there's depth to the craters and individual shadows, it's almost like you're actually seeing it for the first time.

[Stephen-gpyi]

I recently bought a stellalyra 8 inch dob as my first scope.I used a 20mm eyepiece and decided to look at what I thought was a bright star.I couldn’t believe my eyes as it was Jupiter and four moons.I could even see the bands.I will never forget my first time using my dobsonian!

[junker]

Just under $500 for those of you wondering how much this beaut costs. I'm impressed, I thought it'd cost a couple thousands.

[rolliehuffman]

I love this channel! And I love the passion that you bring forth for Astronomy. Your expertise/experience is obvious but your passion is what makes this channel a must see everytime that you post are new video. Great work!!!

[lazy]

I want a telescope so bad I’ve been watching so many videos but they’re so expensive especially if you’re a college student

[davepastern]

I have a 6" Saxon (GSO clone) and LOVE it.

I can't go bigger cos of back problems and lifting limits. Anything larger won't fit in my car either if I wanna travel to a dark sky site.

[SuperYrch]

I am retired and bored, so about a month ago I put star gazer on my phone and stood outside for over an hour looking at the night sky. I got very excited being able to look at Mars and know I was looking at Mars. Fast forward a few weeks and here I am now and I am getting this for Christmas. Last Christmas I got a VR headset and was fairly excited/anxious while waiting for Christmas to arrive, that aside, this is the most excited I have been for Christmas since I was a kid. Cant wait to look through that telescope!!!!

[muddyfunker]

Every once in a while you find an absolute gem of a YouTube channel.
I just have with this one.

It was the last couple of minutes that sealed the deal, you've got a really nice way about you and you're obviously passionate about the hobby.
Great video and thanks for sharing your knowledge.
I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos.
Regards from North East Scotland 👍🏻

[D-Flap_FPV]

I watched this video a few times and was convinced by Trevor that an 8" dob was a perfect fit. However, AD8 was back ordered and so was the Zhumell Z8. Searched surrounding states and found the Z8 for $275. The guy that I bought it from from was very kind. He brought a 4" Bushnell go-to telescope and asked me if I wanted that too! Both in mint condition. Bought a couple of new wide FOV eyepieces from Gary at Russell Optics and headed to my local Observation park. I viewed Saturn, Jupiter, the Lagoon Nebula and finally the Andromeda galaxy...what a night. Love the 8" dobsonian and now planning my targets weekly. I agree the 8" size is as big as I can transport on a regular basis. Thanks for the inspiration Trevor!