$6-7k to Spend on Turntable


Hi All,

My old Oracle Mark II I have had for years has developed a serious problem with the motor. It plays very fast then slow and anywhere in between. I've decided not to fix it but get a new unit. The arm mounted on it is an SME IV, which I have been very pleased with.

I don't have time to demo a bunch of setups, I'd just like to move ahead on a replacement as soon as I can firm up a good replacement. A few ideas I have come up with within my price range:

- Verdier Platine and mount my old SME IV
- VPI TNT Mk 6 and figure out how to mount my old arm or spend some extra and get the JMW 12.5 if it is an improvement over the SME

Or is there something else out there that I should be considering? I don't tend to follow a lot of the reviews. I usually buy something then use it for years.

Other gear is AR SP-8 and VT-200 driving some Final 0.4s

Thanks,

Ken
iflyfisher
I agree with the Teres 265 or better. I doubt you will have any problem using your existing arm and cartridge. Do email Chris with any questions. Also, your available real estate will work fine with this table.
I think you should consider the SME turntables. The others listed about are all good choices. The SME 20 used falls right in you price range. That TT and your IV.Vi arm will likely outlast you. It's the perfect match for your arm. Good luck.
Why not buy an Oracle Delphi V? Certainly fit your price range and you know it'll accomodate a SME arm easily.
You may also want to look at a Galibier Quatro table. These are very well made tables that sound and look great. You may want to check out their website which is very informative. www.galibierdesigns.com
When you get whatever you decide, instead of dumping the Orackle, send it to me...