Happy with digital, but thinking about vinyl--looking for system specific recommendations
OP, this is an excellent table with great arm and will beat out all those Regas and MDF decks. https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis8ig47-gem-polytable-with-10-jelco-sa-750e-tonearm-new-turntables You could look at the Pioneer PLX 1000 --gets great reviews. |
Gnostalgick, I have the 1210GR (Black version). It's a fantastic table. Dead quiet operation, and yes the sound is neutral. Like the two tables mentioned above by @noromance , the 1200GR also has a a detachable headshell, which makes cart install much easier, IMO. The tonearm is pretty decent, and comes with an additional weight that screws in the back, so it will accomodate most carts in current production. I've been using Ortofon & Clearaudio cartridges and the work great. |
I would go with the Music Hall 7.3 recommended above. It's definitely good enough to let you know if vinyl means anything to you. I bought a Musical Hall 5.1 back in 2005 when I started my mid-life vinyl journey and I was able to understand what the fuss was about, even compared to my then 10k CD player. This convinced me to move up to a better TT later on. But if you try vinyl, I would absolutely buy some new or mint used records so you don't get turned off by dirt and noise. I suggest buying about 5-10 of your favorite albums from Music Direct or Acoustic Sounds so you'll be off to a good start. I hope you enjoy yourself. I'm sure the Technics is great too. |
fsonicsmith had good advice, but I’ve got better news on the Marantz TT 15S1. It includes a Clearaudio Virtuoso MM cartridge ($800) for the price of the table ($1500). I had this setup for about 5 years before stepping up to the Technics SL1200G, my retirement table. The Virtuoso is a very nice cartridge and the table couldn’t be easier to setup and use. |
