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Teres, Galibier and Redpoint

After a lot of research deciding whether I should upgrade the motor on my Avid Volvare or my cartridge I have now decided that upgrading my transport is the way to go. I don't have to worry about motor compatability problems and I can always upgrade my cartridge at a later date. Being that I nearly always prefer pursueing the small company, and that the unsuspended route seems right, the three shops above have really caught my interest.

The Teres 320 or 340, Galibier Gavia and Redpoint Model A all cost about the same. But the same problem arises, I don't have an opportunity to hear and compare them and unless it's on my system, it doesn't really matter. I in no way mean to insult Chris, Thom or Peter, but what seperates these three tables in term of sonics? I say this only because they are contributors to this forum. Anyone have any opinions?

My arm is a Tri-Planar VII. Phonostage a Thor. Art Audio SET amps. Systrum rack. Thanks for your input. Richard
richardmr
rwd
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Dan...you're the MAN!!!
sirspeedy70680e509
1,064 posts
 
Dan,remember to use the "light side of the force",once you start to audition!!The "dark side" may try to influence you,but you MUST remember you will have a captive audience upon return.The responsibility to post something with real "meat" must be overwhelming -:)!!

Rick,what happened to the Shindo Garrard,you were considering?

Best of luck!!

rwd
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Hi Sirspeedy......the audition of the Shindo/Garrard is a month away. I will call you and we can see it together. But, I can't wait for Dan's reviews ...oh the perssure.....he may be holding my analog future in his hands........oh the pressure....heheheheh!
sirspeedy70680e509
1,064 posts
 
Boy,are we fanatical geeks,or what??!No wonder my wife or kids have absolutely no interest in this stuff!!
That just leaves "little old me" to lose myself in my pathetic dedicated room,and "bathe" in the plethora of varied music,that I've picked up over the years.Heard on a system that I've "tinkered" with,to the point of exhaustion!And have come to LOVE!As all of us fellow fanatical geeks have succombed to!
We are a "sorry,and incredibly happy lot"!!Are we not??

Best!
flyingred
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I just found this thread and the references to my comments on my audition of the Teres 360 and Galibier tables last year.

First, I've owned Koetsu cartridges for 20 years and have a fond affection for their lushness. When I heard the Teres dem, the overall tonal presentation was fine and I've enough experience to make allowances for the cartridge.

For me the difference between the 360 and the Galibier was that the Teres didn't have the same leading edge clarity and natural decay of the notes in the lower registers - it was kind of smeary.

The way I characterized it at the time was that it sounded like the bass player was playing behind the beat. This was particularly apparent on complex rock music. Ymmv.

If Chris has improved the line then I look forward to hearing for myself at RMAF in October.
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