I just realized that this thread is a resurrected thread from about 10 years ago. It looks like they have done away with the golf ball, or at least made a machined aluminum cap to disguise the "science project" appearance.
I was a happy owner of the original WT turntable about 10 years ago. It was a bit finicky to get the adjustments just right, but it sounded great, and wasn't very expensive.
I personally favor function over form, but there is no doubt that if you don't like the appearance of something you should look elsewhere. Fortunately there are TONS of great TT options out there. All I know is WT is a great turntable.
I was a happy owner of the original WT turntable about 10 years ago. It was a bit finicky to get the adjustments just right, but it sounded great, and wasn't very expensive.
I personally favor function over form, but there is no doubt that if you don't like the appearance of something you should look elsewhere. Fortunately there are TONS of great TT options out there. All I know is WT is a great turntable.