I talked with Max Townshend two weeks ago. He said his new tt will be out in 6 months. This is why I thought anyone interested in the possibility of a Rock 7 coming up for sale, should be on the look-out then. Believe me, it's worth it!
Please help! - Buy VPI Classic or keep Technics 1200
I've got upgraditis and am thinking about treating myself to a new audio component for Christmas. I currently have a Technics 1200 with a Denon 103R cartridge and a heavily modified Jolida JD9 phono stage. Yes it sounds fantastic but I don't know what I am missing with a VPI Classic or similar table. There isn't a place close to me where I can go for a demo.
My question is for you experts - would there be a substantial sound improvement with a VPI Classic or Classic 2 table if I were to invest the $4,000 in comparison to my Technics 1200? Would it take the sound to a higher level? (which is something that I am looking for). I don't really care about aesthetics or bragging rights but what I do care about is performance and functionality.
My question is for you experts - would there be a substantial sound improvement with a VPI Classic or Classic 2 table if I were to invest the $4,000 in comparison to my Technics 1200? Would it take the sound to a higher level? (which is something that I am looking for). I don't really care about aesthetics or bragging rights but what I do care about is performance and functionality.
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@sbank for those who don't know: KAB site is down for a few years, it's impossible to open the site. I got those fluid dampers on my pair of upgraded 1210, but it only helps with high compliance cartridges. My SP10mk2 in a custom plinth gives me more flexibility with toneaems ("9 or "12 inch). I also have Technics SP20 and i love it. |
https://www.kabusa.com/ works fine! It runs frame sets, so you might have a browser setting issue, @chakster I'm running the same, SP10mk2, but was originally looking at buying a 1200 to mod. Ran into a great deal on a fully refurbished table and couldn't pass it up. Since OP already owns the 1200, it would be crazy to not get that upgrade path serious consideration. He should also read up on Mike New, an Aussie 1200 guru, and his bearing and platter upgrades for the 1200. Cheers, Spencer |
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