Which turntable to keep?


Hi All--

Some advice/opinions please. I have two turntables and the wife says that's one too many since we only have a spot for one currently. I have a Dual 1229 and an Elac Miracord 50H II. Both look good and are fully functional. If she insists that I sell one, which one should it be and why?

 

TIA

ilovesilverstuff

Good question!  Personally, I have always been partial to a Dual and frankly I think it is a better TT than the Miracord.  On eBay, you can get almost twice as much for the Dual as the Miracord, so clearly a lot of folks think so as well, and there is a message there.

Another option, and a better option besides, is selling both, adding some pennies, and buying a better TT.  Most of the TT's in the $500 to $700 price range are significantly better than either of these vintage units. The Dual is a cool, vintage unit, but if it was my system, I'd sell both and upgrade.

You didn't mention what cartridge you have on them and that is a significant issue as well.  

If no sentimental value for either, sell both and upgrade. If should keep one that could be Dual, better player and easier to find spares if needed.