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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
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aoliviero
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Dan,

Congrats. Great decision on the Galibier and Triplanar.
dougdeacon
3,338 posts
 
Dan,

Lasagnushi is a secret password, used only by a few cognoscenti during their most sacred rites. If you post it again Jyprez, Swampwalker and I will send Opus Galibier after you!

I don't think Larry and I disagree on the UNIverse/2.2 as a combo. The UNIverse is well behaved on every arm it's been tried on, including the 2.2. That combo would give you no problems. It's just not as alive or involving as the UNIverse/Schroeder and UNIverse/TriPlanar combos.

Larry has posted similar impressions in the past, so I believe we're on the same page. Of course if you buy a UNIverse you'll soon be able to repeat our 2.2 vs. TriPlanar comparison using your own table. Then you can tell us.

As Larry suggested, if it were me I'd sell the 2.2 and buy a Schroeder to pair with your TriPlanar. Based on the posts on this thread and your own recent experience, a UNIverse/TriPlanar + XV-1S/Schroeder setup would have the cognoscenti flocking to your chambers.
dan_ed
2,451 posts
 
Obewan, please forgive the transgression of one who is but a wee nematode on the path to audio enlightenment!

Now if I can just find that extra $12K I had lying around. . .
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ndoshi
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watch out for the wrath of Doug, I have a poor EL34 laying in my basement that dared cross his path!
dan_ed
2,451 posts
 
Hi Nick! Yes, I remember Doug bragging about how he put a hurtin' on you once. :)
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