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It's Back - Technics SL-1200 MKGAE

I would think that some are going to scream from the rafters with joy while others will shake their heads with distain.

But I am sure we are all going to interested.

http://www.technics.com/global/introduction/hifi-direct-drive-turntable-system-sl-1200gae/

I for one applaud Technics for paying attention to the vinyl resurgence and responding to its huge worldwide fan base to bring this legendary turntable back.  I know there have petitions going around for some time but I really didn't think it was going to happen.

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mitch4t
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They have to charge at least $4,000.
They know that audiophiles expect to pay the big bucks, ...you've been conditioned for it ($4,000 speaker cables, etc).  They feel if they charge a lower price, audiophiles won't take them seriously.
fleib
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Aluminum top plate, magnesium arm w/VTA OTF, 4 layer cabinet, more inertial mass than an SP10 MK2, coreless motor.

Out to beat a Scout jr. ??  Might beat a Classic w/SDS. 

johnnyb53
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"Now if I can just get my hands on a Shure V-15 Type V ..."
Would a Type III do?
http://www.lpgear.com/product/SHEC02IIIHE.html

As an alternative, the Audio Technica AT150MLX has a lot of high end internals (PCOCC wiring, boron cantilever ...) and its MicroLine stylus is probably the same profile as Shure's MR--MicroRidge stylus.

http://www.lpgear.com/product/ATC0150MLX.html


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mitch4t
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johnnyb53...yesss, a Type III would be nice.
audiofun
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This is a 1200 in styling only. The newly designed coreless motor and magnesium arm should make for a great sounding table. I've placed an order for the GAE with an industry insider. I think this is a great price considering the tech involved. I honestly think this ($4k) is a very reasonable price. A lot better than $30k for a slab of MDF amid two sheets of aluminum. I can't what to hear how it compares to my Technics SP10 MK3.
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