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Am I a hopeless audio snob?

I think that I may have a problem, I am becoming an audio snob.  

I am going to upgrade my turntable and spend some good money. I read good things about Technics turntables but for some reason I can't take them seriously. From a few feet away, a $4000 Technics plus rig looks like a $400 Technics rig. They look cheesy to me. Low tech 1980's stuff.

I am plunking down some serious money on my next table, but I can't even consider Technics because of the looks. 

I think that I need help!

pilrem
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rauliruegas
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"" so I don’t get why you started a thread based on a swipe at Technics and Japanese products in general without at least also mentioning your extensive prior experience and knowledge...""

 

lewm+1

 

@pilrem 

 

R.

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karl_desch
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@pilrem Yes on the AMG and definitely Yes on the HRS.  S or M levels platforms are amazing. Which AMG?

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tomic601
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Great move with HRS !

secretguy
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mijostyn

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@secretguy , you asked for it and I will double down. VPI makes inferior equipment. If you own one I suggest you get rid of it ASAP before your cartridge explodes. I am not a big Technics fan but I would take one eons before a VPI. Even the Linn is far superior. How's that for BS? I have a lot more if you'd like.

Keep spewing your uneducated nonsense. That'll teach me.

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dekay
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asvjerry:

I married a Robert Palmer Girl (Black Irish - close enough) and she's still HOT 30 years later. 

Have not kept up with Bob's girls.

This said, I find the OP's final choice to be B-Ugly as far as TT's go so,...

you know the old beholder saying.

DeKay

 

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