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Opinions Wanted on changing Turntable

I have one of the first generation of the Scout turntable. It's at least 10 years old. I am using it with a ZU/Denon moving coil cartridge and a Denon AU 320 SUT. My turntable also has the first generation of the JMW arm. I am thinking of buying a brand new Scout 2 fitted with and expertly set up with a Dynavector DV20XH High output moving coil.

I am definitely set on the choice of turntable and cartridge and my reason for keeping in the Scout line is because I have a very expensive Mapleshade platform that the Scout just fits on. I don't want the hassle of buying and waiting for another platform.

So, with all this being said, do you think it is an upgrade or lateral move? On the plus side, I will have a new turntable, properly set up with a cartridge I know mates well with the JMW arm and the sound which is great for my taste in music. I also like the idea of the aluminum platter and I already have the stainless clamp.

On the minus side, it's about 3,300.00 and will I be getting 3,300.00 in better sound that I have now? So, purchase or not?
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kiko65
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Don't throw your money away! The Scout is one of the few TTs with an upgradeable path all the way up to a a Scoutmaster Plus.

Dynavector pairs extremely well with VPI. The DV20x2L with a DV P-75 in enhancer mode will bring new life to your old Scout.

Then upgrade as funds allow.
kiko65
279 posts
 
I agree with Zd542, the LO version will sound better, especially with the P-75 in enhancer mode. Killer combo!
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vernneal
438 posts
 
Check out VPI Scouts, Classic 1 or 2s, Pro-Ject RPM 9.1s and Clearaudio. Stay away from low end Regas- they are mid fi
kiko65
279 posts
 
Boy, you must have had a very bad experience with Rega Vernneal. TTs are like cars; some like Mercedes, others BMW, others Lexus, others Audi.

To openly state that Regas are mid-fi compared to other brands demonstrate ignorance on your part.
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davide256
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You need to improve the physics of your turntable to make a major difference. Suspension turntables are where you should look if you want to make significant improvement (Linn, Sota, Goldmund, etc). Age of the turntable is irrelevant if its taken care off.
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