Direct Drive vs. Idler Drive vs. Belt drive

Mike, hi. I thought it was a little instructive that on WBF you didn't mention much in yr comparison to existing NVS of yr new CSPort and Saskia. Now I'm reading you have some strong opinions on potential negatives of servo and use of such on NVS.
So, you're getting greater satisfaction, immersion, from yr non-servo thread- and idler-drives?
That's not to say the NVS isn't first rate. Just that it's not as fully fleshed out as the Saskia, and not quite as ethereal as the CSPort?
Or am I as usual reading too much into yr words?

NVS costs $45K brand new. 
EMT 948 costs $10K NOS or $5K used in perfect conditons with tonearm.

The EMTs were designed for radio station use. A considerably different spec than what us audiophiles need. If you like having old stuff that is another issue. I would love to have a 356 cab. But in no way will it perform like my 991 Turbo S. It is the aesthetic that counts. So, I can appreciate that. But if it's $10K of the absolute best turntable you can buy you get a SOTA Cosmos. It will run circles around the EMT in everything but start up torque. None of us Q records like a disc jockey. Just think of what you get with the SOTA. A hot rod motor and control system, A magnetic thrust system on the bearing, the best suspension available today and vacuum hold down. 
Personally, I've made up my mind. I'm gonna get an Air Force 1 Premium and slap a Reed 5T on it. Fabulous conversation piece:)

Hi @mijostyn ,

I see, you never heard EMT like 99% people on this forum.
My friend a musician soloist flute player, conservatorium teacher and audiophile had Sota Cosmos, Thorens 124, modified Lenco 75.
When he heard at his friend home EMT 950 he was so excited that he took a loan to buy EMT 950. And when he received and listened EMT 950 at his home he hastened to rid of his Sota.
Why you need a Shevy when you have a BWM?

Regards,
Alex

Mike, hi. I thought it was a little instructive that on WBF you didn't mention much in yr comparison to existing NVS of yr new CSPort and Saskia. Now I'm reading you have some strong opinions on potential negatives of servo and use of such on NVS.
So, you're getting greater satisfaction, immersion, from yr non-servo thread- and idler-drives?
That's not to say the NVS isn't first rate. Just that it's not as fully fleshed out as the Saskia, and not quite as ethereal as the CSPort?
Or am I as usual reading too much into yr words?

Marc, i got into it here on Audiogon first since the thread topic matched my current investigations to a 'T'. i've certainly suggested these conclusions on WBF too, as has Mik. but for whatever reason the dialogue did not continue there as it has here, which caused me to go deeper into it here.

recently i've been listening to much more vinyl, and really focusing on the drive differences. i've also been comparing EMAI SUT's which has focused me on turntable differences. so these ideas are fresh with me and there are lots of hours of listening behind them so my feelings are very strong and clear. 

the NVS has its own unique qualities and continues to be a strong performer and supreme at certain things. but most jazz and classical i prefer the lack of a servo clearly. the CS Port and Saskia are really amazing turntables, the CS Port does things i've never heard done before anywhere. but no one knows about it so it does not resonate with people.