Buying a new turntable from a reputable dealer is clearly the best way to assure yourself of safe transit and good back-up, in the unlikely event that there is shipping damage. Other than that, it's a crap shoot, but the next best thing is to buy a used turntable from a dealer or someone who is known to sell used turntables and has experience with packing and shipping and, better yet, will stand by you in the event of a disaster. Other than these two very similar options, the internet is replete with horror stories about "shipping" and "turntables". I know that I know how to pack and ship a turntable, because I have done it more than twice with no problems, but I can't know about the "other guy".
Which Mid Level Turntables Ship Well and Are Foolproof?
I'm looking for recommendations for mid-level turntables (e.g. $500-$1000 used) that are solidly built, are unlikely to be damaged from prior misuse, and that can be shipped relatively safely (assuming original packing materials). I am helping my cousin put together a system, and so far it's pretty nice: (Vandersteen 2CEsigs + 2WQ sub, McCormack DNA 0.5 Rev. A amplifier, modded Eastern Electric minimax preamp, Schiit Bifrost DAC). He is wanting to get back into vinyl, and has an analog audio store nearby that can either sell him something new (Rega) or help him set up something used. Given the relative delicacy of turntables and all the mechanical parts, we are debating whether to go used and if so, which models would present the least risk for used condition and shipping. Much appreciation in advance for your thoughts! Peter_S
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You would do very well going new and I highly recommend that you check out the following: PolyTable http://hifigem.com/polytable.html PolyTable SUPER12 http://hifigem.com/PolyTableSUPER12.html Very reputable would be an insult! |
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