End Game Turntable suggestions

@yogiboy Wow, new SME Model 6 tables at $5999!!! I'd be surprised if they have any left in stock.

Thanks for posting.

VPI with Uni-pivot Arm

Arm wand with cartridge simply lift off the pin of the base (VTA)

Another solution for quick change of cartridges, is any VPI with Uni-pivot Arm. Your main arm wand on the uni-pivot arm base. 

A spare arm waiting nearby. Simply disconnect the mini-din connector, lift the arm wand with cartridge off the uni-pivot. Place the spare arm with alternate cartridge on the uni-pivot, connect the mini-din connector. 

Steve has a big VPI he loves, with several arms waiting: to test/demonstrate cartridges, like the Mono one he just built for me. btw, he says new VPI are not as good as prior ones made when the father was in control. You could ask him more about that if a VPI appeals to you.

the unipivot base

12" uni-pivot arm wand

The set up in the link can be achieved if prudent with the SP10 Mkii Motor Unit Purchase. All seen can be achieved for approx' £2500 as a higher end of the price range costing.

This fee will allow for a refurbishment of the TT and a Chassis Recoating if desired.

There is also a much more attractive finish in Black for the Chassis if wanted to be created, a Custom Spray Paint Shop is your friend. To help control costs have a look at some of Upcoming Paint Jobs, as this will reduce costs if a Paint is selected already accounted for to be used on a larger project.

Lots of Monies left in the Budget for Arm > Cart' and a Mounting Sub Plinth System.

There is an attraction in having an input into how a TT can look and being instrumental in choices made for how it can Perform.

The SP10 Mkiii will cost more, but I and a few friends are sold on the Mkii.

I don't know of many who would reject a VGC Mkii, and would prefer the Mkiii as the alternative to satisfy their needs. 

I like Technics EPA-500 Base with interchangeable arms better than the VPI. I just installed one for a friend, a wonderfully made design, easy VTA adjustment

here it is with a straigt arm, fixed cartridge

simply loosen a screw (see ’lock’ in photo), arm slides out sideways and slip in an alternate arm wand, like this one with removable headshell.

the arms have integral connectors, no messing around with delicate wires.

you buy the arms separately

These fit the Technics Direct Drive units like this (another SP-15 in a Technics base) that have round armboards (interchangeable for other arms)

I am a DD fan, have a pretty nice restored SP10mk2 with FR64S etc. With that in mind ( and caveat I am the NA representative ) you may wish to know about STST. Very mature DD design made to order for you. The Motus DQ ( sans suspension ) is in your price range. Has vanquished a lot of great contenders. Did I say you get to pick the finishes ? :) 

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