I'm curious to see what the OP decides on, since my path was similar.
I certainly miss the simplicity of the Rega philosophy-just put a record on and lower the arm.
The difficult decision however, is where do you draw the line on tweaking$ and justifying the sonic improvement?
Post made while listening to my now dated stock Classic(except Mapleshade brass footers and obscenely price maple slab) with Audio Technica ART9.
My P5 just couldnt keep up with the VPI. This of course is my subjective opinion.
I certainly miss the simplicity of the Rega philosophy-just put a record on and lower the arm.
The difficult decision however, is where do you draw the line on tweaking$ and justifying the sonic improvement?
Post made while listening to my now dated stock Classic(except Mapleshade brass footers and obscenely price maple slab) with Audio Technica ART9.
My P5 just couldnt keep up with the VPI. This of course is my subjective opinion.