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Should I get an SL-1200G

I have a VPI Aires 3 with 10.5i tonearm and Dynavector XX2 Cartridge .
I purchased it new about 12 years ago .

I'm thinking of getting the new Technics SL-1200G Turntable .
I have another XX2 being retipped at Soundsmith and I will use it on the 1200G .
My question , Will the 1200g sound better or worst or lateral move ?

I am interested in trying a direct drive but only if it sounds better than my VPI .
Has anyone listened to the Aires 3 and 1200G ?

Any comments are appreciated.






abill
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dweller
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I was looking at the 1500c last week, For a few hundred more you get some really neat features in the next model up (1200GR?).
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chakster
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One problem: New 1500c made in China, but the SL1200GR and G made in Japan. 
tooblue
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One word of caution if you do buy the 1200, don't sell the Aries first as I believe you will realize you have taken a step or two or..... backwards. Just sayin.
abill OP
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Tooblue,

Have you listen to an Aries and SL1200G ?
Please explain your post .

If the 1200G is a step backwards than I won't buy one .
I may get an SP10 and make a plinth myself.



tooblue
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Spent a little time with the 1200G and liked it but no where near enough to sell my VPI Prime for and that was before I added the SMFA, Periferal Ring and SDS to the mix. With that said I feel the Aries is a step up from the Prime and that is what I have based my response on. When you make a decision such as this one it is always nice to know you can answer the question yourself by going back and forth with the two tables, just saw one of the 1200Gs on another site for around $3000.00 in near mint, so you wouldn't stand to lose much if you went that way. Good luck on your decision and please keep us posted as you make your decision and what your thoughts are after if you purchase the 1200G. Enjoy the music.
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