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How good is the Artisan Fidelity Lenco 75??

Hello- I have a friend who is selling his Artisan Fidelity Lenco 75 with the Origin Live Conqueror MK3 tone arm??- Is this considered a good table/ arm combo - Getting back into vinyl and he highly rec. this unit- If I do get it what cart. used in the $2k range would you rec. for it
He also has a Joule-Electra OPS-1 with sep power supply he is selling- Is that a good phono pre-
thanks so much for the advice-
bopper
bopper OP
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guys thanks- I think I am going to get it- So what cart. in the used $2000 area would you rec.- also what about the Joule Electra OPS-1 is that a good phono stage - thanks
lewm
13,768 posts
 
My favorite LOMC is the ZYX UNIverse in any of its many versions.  I think you can buy a low mileage UNIverse II for around $2K to $3K.  But I also like many vintage MM and MI cartridges that cost quite a bit less.  I am currently running an Audio Technica ART7 on my Lenco.  Love that too, and it's a bit less than $1000, brand new.

Good for you on your decision.  I'm sure you'll be happy.
lewm
13,768 posts
 
Sorry.  I am not directly familiar with the Joule OPS-1, but I have great respect for the designer.  And it has a good rep.  You might easily check on the value by searching for others that are for sale on the internet.  That's what I would do before asking us here.
clio09
3,374 posts
 
You could do a lot better than the Joule for a phono stage, especially at the asking price. Take a look at K&K Audio.
bopper OP
14 posts
 
How would the Viva Fono be saw one for sale- viva products seem to get great reviews?- thanks
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