Linn LP12 turntable

@mylogic   You ask would it be more economical to sell your early Nirvana model LP12 and buy a second hand or new model with all of the upgrades. The answer to that is possibly, but not always. It would depend on what upgrades are required and the ability to budget for a 'once and done' move ( which is not feasible for most folks). The benefit to the LP12 is that one can incrementally upgrade upwards...'as budget allows'. This aspect seems to be overlooked by the many detractors. But, I believe it is a very important one and one that has significant value. 

Short answer: Buy it. It is a quality classic turntable. With those upgrades, $2400 is a value. And, a safe investment - it is unlikely that it will ever be worth significantly less than $2400..

I have had many turntables over the years and currently own three.

1- Nottingham Systemdeck with Koetsu RSP cartridge

2- New Rega P10 with Transfiguration Proteus D cartridge

3- Four year old Linn LP 12, Lingo 3 and many other upgrades with Grado Aeon 3 cartridge.

Of the three, it's the LP12 which brings me the most joy. I did add a steel wall mount to eliminate footfall issues.

For what it's worth, the LP12 kicked out of my system a VPI Classic 3 Signature table.

@panzrwagn Agreed. But I am not a TT collector. I stated earlier the reasons this particular TT was a no go, but a newer LP12 could be… better shape… better arm.

@awise1961 A very interesting observation, in that you own both but prefer your LP12 over your P10. If you don’t mind sharing, why specifically does your LP12 bring you more joy?

@signaforce Given your description of the LP12 at your dealers, I would say that this is not a particularly outstanding deal. If budget allows, I would definitely look for a table with a Karousel bearing, or at least a Cirkus with a better power supply than a Valhalla. ( maybe pass on a shoe box Lingo ( due to age), but later versions should be considered). As I said before, I think the new Majik is a nice table..and a decent buy. Plus you will get it set up by an authorized dealer. ( The set-up is worth $$).