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Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G

I'm a bit reluctant to post this "either or question" because I know that everything in this hobby is subjective, but here goes.

I currently have a Rega RP3-24 with an Exact 2 and I want to upgrade to my final turntable. I have read all the reviews that are available on both tables and both received stellar reviews, although Fremer stated that his RP8 sample table ran a little fast. I like the simplicity of the RP8 ($3000), however, I also like the adjustability of the SL1200G ($4000) which eases the task of trying different cartridges, although I don't plan on swapping out cartridges very often. On the other hand, I am not adverse to using spacers to adjust VTA on the Rega so I can try  non Rega cartridges. 

So it really comes down to which table sounds better, which is built better, etc. I would like to hear from anyone who owns or has heard either of these tables. I won't have the opportunity to audition either one.

I listen to rock, jazz and some classical.

The rest of my system is:
Cayin A-88T MKII Integrated with Gold Lion KT88's or Svetlana Winged C EL34  
PS Audio GCPH w/Underwood Mod (planning to upgrade to Parasound JC3+)
Harbeth SHL5 Plus 40th Anniversary
Rega Apollo-R
Accuphase T101
Cables: Morrow PH4 to phone preamp 

Thanks in advance.
Eric

       
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nkonor
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atmasphere,

Agreed. +1

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fjn04
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 But I have compared the Technics to other tables such as the Kuzma, which is considerably more upscale than the Rega- if it were between the Kuzma and the Rega, I'd take the Kuzma in a heartbeat. The thing is, the Technics is able to keep up with the Kuzma (which is an excellent machine). The simple fact is, Technics did their homework and so it gives turntables costing a lot more a run for the money. IMO, most high end audio turntable manufacturers should be really worried about Technics right now.

Ralph- This could get interesting, if we knew which Kuzma table you were referring to.  Happy New Year! 

Cheers,

Don

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jsm71
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I just ordered the Technics 1200G and it will be my retirement table.  I've only owned belt drive tables but I've heard every (I believe) other approach out there and decided DD was the way to go if cogging was under control.  This new table seems to have focused on solving that with its new coreless motor.  It will also be a big step up for me over the Marantz TT 15S1 table I have now.

I have also spent some time hearing the 1200G at a friends house who has one and that only cemented my decision.  This table runs silently as every reviewer has said. 

I wanted to retire with a zero maintenance TT.  No belts, a motor that should be at least as reliable as Technics motors of the past, and easy cart swapping with the removable head shell.  The table also has easy to use features across the board for all critical setup efforts.

I also ordered two LP Gear Zupreme head shells (bought on Amazon however at a better price) in anticipation of the new table to serve my Lyra Delos and AT ART9 cartridges.  I can't wait for it to be shipped.

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