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Yamaha GT-2000 from Japan or local TD-125?

(Cross posted)

Im wondering if anyone has ordered one off Ebay.  The Japanese websites seem pretty legit. I’m really sold on these, I’d say it’s my dream table for now.

 

Also have a chance to pick up a fully serviced Thorens TD-125 with an SME 3009 locally.  Arm was rewired, but have not been quoted a price since the seller wants to wait until the work is complete.  I’m guessing around the same as  GT2000, likely low to mid 1k’s

 

Any constructive thoughts are much appreciated.

brecchi
elliottbnewcombjr
5,953 posts
 

Don't over-think it. Get it, Love it, Enjoy it!

I always advise using your best Credit Card to fund eBay/PayPal payments, you get the CC Co's fraud protection.

Ask questions, get assurances IN WRITING, within the system's system so you have that in writing if a problem occurs.

lewm
13,771 posts
 

Buying from japan on eBay, your best protection is a 99% or better approval rating with thousands of respondents. Any of the well known vendors is safe and honorable, in my experience. But yes, do use a credit card. PayPal has buyer protection too.

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pindac
3,189 posts
 

@brecchi it looks like I have had a post corrupted, I will deal with the missing content on another visit.   

rauliruegas
13,129 posts
 

@brecchi  : I think that you don't to add nothing to the stock GT 2000 but an owner of tha TT as @teo_audio  can really put a true ligth here for you.

 

R.

brecchi OP
18 posts
 

Thank you all for the advice.  I'll keep looking into the seller Im currently speaking with.  I will likely insist on pics of packing.  

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