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Thinking of selling my Teres

Hey Guys, I know it's been a while since I posted anything here, but i have been watching!! Since my wife and I split up I've had the upgrade bug big time. I sold the AN CD2, and the home theater stuff is going now. Actually, I'm thinking about getting rid of it all and starting over again.

I guess my question is will I end up kicking myself if I get rid of the Teres? I have a ton of time in building it, and it will always be very special to me. But, like all things I feel it's time for a change. I've also thought about building a new platter for it, maybe the new motor, then going from there.

Getting rid of the rest of the system doesn't bother me in the least. but I have to tell ya, this Teres dilemma is a much harder decision that getting rid of my wife.

Help me out guys, start over or upgrade it? One thing I know for sure is some of the most enjoyable audio conversations I've ever had came from this forum during the construction of the Teres. Man do I miss that!
jphii
jphii OP
485 posts
 
Yea, she never said a word when I was swapping gear out regularly. We're still friends, and probably get along better now;)

I don't think I'd do a new plinth. That one weighs about 80 pounds. If I did one 8" thick it would probably be close to 200#. I like the composite platter, but I still think I would rather build my own. But, the composite platter is kinda makin me think I might be able to find some "different" materials to do it out of....

Doug, I've been following your exploits regularly. I wish (even though I'm kinda glad I don't) I had Paul's ears!! Maybe I do need to get a hold of Larry and set it up all over again. Sure can't hurt.

Abe, I always wanted to do an idler wheel. Another thing to think about.
plato
1,543 posts
 
Glory,

Wow, I must have really tweaked your button with that little one-liner. I guess I could say a lot of smart, cutting, and clever things here to get back at you, but what would be the point?

I do admit I have a somewhat dominant personality, but I don't alway's get my way and don't expect to. And it's not like I don't take good care of my spouse or my son. The welfare and well-being of my loved ones is a major priority in my life. I view myself as a compassionate and fair-minded person.

In the words of '80's pop singer John Miles:

Music was my first love
And it will be my last
Music of the future
And music of the past

To live without my music
Would be impossible to do
In this world of troubles
My music pulls me through...
mothra
110 posts
 
I am curious what you would switch to!
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onhwy61
5,212 posts
 
It's an inanimate object. If you feel like moving on it's not like the turntable will become depressed or suicidal. Why even ask for other people's opinions?
mes
393 posts
 
Hey Plato, boy did you just bring me back. I saw John Miles open for Tull in the late 70's, and it was a great performance. Immediately bought the LP( Rebel, I think) that song is from. Hadn't thought of him in a looooong time.
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