SCHEU Premier substitution
RWD, I haven't owned any of the Teres, Galibier, or Redpoint TT's simply because there is a substantial price difference between they and the Scheu. So, I really can't offer any informed opinion on the motors. The lowest priced Teres is still $1k more(1.5x), the Galibier is $2.2k more(2x plus), and Redpoint A is $6k more(4x) the Scheu. But, I do have a KAB Speedstrobe which is accurate to 0.03% at both 45 and 33.3 rpms and once the Scheu is tuned in, it doesn't show any visual variation at all. I have a geeky habit of checking when the TT is first turned a few LP's in and after a few hours. Are there micro-fluctuations within the visual siting? Possibly, but I haven't been able to detect them by ear yet. I would think pitch variations would be detectable in sustained notes of solo musicians. My system is fairly revealing and accurate, so I would think any pitch fluctuations would stand out. Who knows, though? |
In fact, Scheu is developing a new, better motor, to go with the new model, which according to some German audiophiles who have already listened to it, offers not only a new design, but even better bass and soundstaging. I have listened to Acoustic Signature tables, and while I agree they are fine tables, they too IMHO do not play at the same level as the Scheu, at the same price. |
Hassel, I've heard the Tacco/Schroeder comparison several times from a few German Scheu owners, I assume the tables are fairly popular over there. Did you have a chance to compare the Tacco to a Schroeder, and if so, which one? There aren't too many owners here in the States, so there aren't many people with comparison experience. The combination is extremely musical to me, but I don't have much(acutally any) other personal vinyl expereince. |
