Max out your phono stage/cart budget.
After that, crack open a beer and relax.
After that, crack open a beer and relax.
How Much Have Turntables and Arms Improved in 35 Years
Back in 1985 or "86 I bought a VPI HW-19 II turntable with an Eminent Technology II air bearing tone arm. Both still work fine. I have only had to buy and install a new wiring harness and air pump for the arm. These were very good components in their day. My question is how much would I have to spend to spend to audibly and substantially improve on their performance?
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King Harold Are you looking for general forum banter, or looking to upgrade ? If the later I would suggest to simply look to history. The ET2 was put on many turntables when it came out. As far as VPI is concerned that meant the HW19. Harry W. at VPI liked the ET2 so much that after going through the HW 19 Mark 1-2-3-4 versions; his all new TNT was designed around this ET2. https://photos.app.goo.gl/cUfZwH4fpReYGd8t6 Above linked Picture is credit from the "Indecent Proposal" movie. These are facts, and the facts would suggest that your ET2 outclasses your current HW19. So if you are looking for a turntable versus tonearm upgrade - turntable. I will also add your insight, experience and familiarity with the ET2 puts you at a big advantage over others here who have never owned this unique tonearm. Good Luck |
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