Not much talk about Yamaha turntables.


I've been wanting to jump into the analog world for years, but for a lack of experience and/or knowledge about the equipment, I haven't. There's plenty of talk here about the big names in analog and I was surprised the other day browsing around somewhere that Yamaha has turntables.  Are these any good?  What do they compare to in terms of other more well-known analog names?  I'm not asking about their $8,000 models.  I will never be able to afford that.  I'm asking more about their sub $1k models.  

Thanks!
shtinkydog
Chakster: There you go, much better!!!! I’m not looking to build a reference TT.


I bet you can’t with $1k, but don;t give up and buy the best you can within your budget.

First of all, I’m just getting into vinyl.

This is why you need Technics, it can be your last turntable. I still have those pair i bought more than 20 years ago and it’s working as new.

It’s a whole new world for me. I was reading about all the adjustments I might have to make and that’s what turns me off, although I’m sure others live for this.

Life is easier with Technics and MM or MI cartridges, this turntable is very simple to adjust (VTA on the fly, removable headshell with nice overhang gauge) and it build to last fovever, at least 20-30 years!  

And secondly, I’m not looking to blow several grand. I’m looking for a good, solid quality entry level unit. I have no plans on upgrading whatever I decide on (that’s what we all say). So I want to get something decent and get it right the first time.

Yes, the answer is Technics mk7 ($899) in black or silver.

@unison77 - yes it was gigantic and tremendous - my bad - what a great name.

I've bought from Russians and they are very honest and easy to deal with, likewise as @chakster  said the russians have a lot of excellent technicians - they didn't lose their machining skills

I got a mint FR64S for about £700 plus postage about 2 years ago
Call Underwood Hi Fi I'm sure he can give you a great turnable at or around your price.Check it out asap!!
@lewm : where in Tokyo, Disk Union? Why do I ask? Because I’ve been to several of their locations. 
 Thanks.