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Turntable upgrade recommendations: SME vs AMG vs Technics vs other

I've recently upgraded most of my system, but I still have a Rega P8, with Linn Krystal cartridge, which I like, but I've heard that there may be better options.

I have Sound Lab electrostatic speakers, Ypsilon Hyperior amplifiers, an Ypsilon PST-100 Mk2 pre-amplifier, and am thinking about an Ypsilon phono stage to match with my system, and a turntable/cartridge.  I listen to almost entirely classical, acoustic music. 

Based on my very limited knowledge, and simple research, I've been looking at three brands, each of which is a different type of turntable: SME (suspension), AMG (mass), and Technics (direct drive).  
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of turntables, and of those in particular?

Thanks.   

drbond
senza
80 posts
 

I hardly dare to say it here, but the one that I’m looking for is the Verdier Platine. I know it’s an oldie but the ones who have one generally never sell it. But that’s me. Here un France it is 7400€ euros. 

tzh21y
1,654 posts
 

"From an industrial artwork perspective the Oracle/Transrotor combination would be killer. Your friends will be speechless"

 

i have heard that the Oracle is a tough table to set up.  Is that true?

tzh21y
1,654 posts
 

"The Technics - presents fairly lean and clean."

I have never found the Technics to be lean sounding.  I would say Accurate sounding, Not colored, very neutral.  The Technics does not homogenize the sound as many tables do.  many people like that kind of sound.

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yogiboy
5,751 posts
 

Here is another option. This dealer is in your neck of the woods!

 

drbond OP
425 posts
 

@yogiboy

Thanks for the suggestion, but I’ve ruled out VPI, and I’ve also ruled out that audio shop, as I called them to evaluate the problem with my Rega P8 this past summer, and they told me that they weren’t interested.  (They're 2 hours away from me anyway.)

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