Torqueo - any info or updates?


Dear fellow Audio hobbyists,

just entered the forum, so a quick intro: Erik, 43 years old, living in the Netherlands. Have enjoyed a decent TT, amplifier and box setup, but now looking to take the next step.

This next step, is very much looking at great audio quality but also the looks. And I now ended up at these beautiful machines from Torqueo in Italy (torqueo-audio.it). I really REALLY like their design, but there are so little reviews, or even info, available on their assortment. With price tags that are pretty steep for my standards, of course one would first like to listen to a setup and just 'see' in real life, but no distributor in the Netherlands.

So my question:

- does anyone have experience with Torqueo equipment, and what are your findings? 
- do you own a Torqueo? Would love to hear about your setup and experiences?

Thanks everyone, greatly appreciate any response!

Best, Erik 

ek1977
@lewm, did you get out of the wrong side of bed today? I gave the OP my opinion which does not change with the weather. Actually 
The OP does not like the looks of the Sota which is also fine. He wants something which looks cooler. In that case I suggest an Avid Actus. No wood but a good turntable. He might also look at the Transrotor Turntables. Actually there are a host of cool looking turntables out there.
I find it interesting that the market is bent on coming up with the coolest looking turntable instead of the coolest performing one. But hey, everyone is entitled to spend their money any old way they want and I am entitled to have my own opinion whether you like it or not.
a member on What’s Best Forum, gian60, who lives in Italy, has a Torqueo turntable and knows the builder. as i recall, Gian ordered one model of Torqueo turntable, then later upgraded it.

Gian is a really nice guy (has multiple very interesting systems) and i’m sure would answer any questions.

here are a couple of threads he started about Torqueo. there are others.

https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/new-power-supply-torqueo.30917/

https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/torqueo-tonearm-base.28235/
All I said in response to your post, is that the OP asked for info on one specific turntable.He did not ask for suggestions on what to buy. And yes I confess I am a little tired of reading that you suggest a SOTA  turntable for everyone. On the other hand, this election process is stressing me out. So maybe I am prone to over reaction. Of course you are entitled to your own opinion, 
Even the "entry level" model looks like you shouldn't have anything LE$$ than an entry level Lyra,Koetsu etc cartridge, along with a proper phonstage. No cheaping out.

Nice looking stuff. Maybe nicer than some of those custom Garrard?
Having one of each in the system would be nice. Website could be more detailed.

I'll take a T34  Zebrano with 2 arms. For kicks, I would have the company fit a really nice linear tracker before that arm pod setup.
@lewm, yup this election mess has a lot of people mess up which to me is a little scary as the threat of violence has come up from both sides.
So much for modern sophistication. Humans have no changed much in 150 thousand years.
The Sota is an easy turntable to recommend especially to someone who seems to like wood. It outperforms turntables many times it's cost. I am sorry if you are tired of me recommending it however, I shall not stop. Best not read my posts in the analog section. At least I am short and sweet. You should be glad I'm not Millercarbon harping on swarm subwoofers:)
EK1977 it is a nice looking turntable that appears well made but it is idler driven and these turntables particularly with a heavy platter are prone to rumble, wow and flutter down the line. It is not well suspended so it will be prone to foot falls and other environmental disturbances and noise. 
The SME 30/12 is a very cool turntable in person. It's pictures do not do it justice. The AVid Actus comes in several flavors and is a very good turntable. The very best turntable and the one I lust after is the Dohmann Helix but it's looks do not suit everyone although again it's pictures do not do it justice. Is that better Lewm??