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Turntable advise needed - Norway callin'

Hi!

I trust you are well.

I am looking at buying a new turntable for my vinyl collection. Its about time.

I would be very happy if you could come with feedback on the following turntables and tonearms:

Turntables:
Brinkmann LaGrange
TW Acustic Raven
Kuzma Reference
Basis 2200
Avid Acutus

Tonearms:
Brinkmann tonearm
Graham Phantom II
Vector 4 arm
Kuzma 4Point

The Brinkmann LaGrange with the Brinkman arm is the most expensive, and may be outside my budget. But the rest of them are within.

I have been a digital guy for many years now, but used to run a nice analog setup 10 years ago. So I look forward to the new adventure!

I look forward to hearing back from you.

Cheeers and thanks, Toffen G
toffeng
amater
56 posts
 
Also the new Thorens TD550 goes well visually with Burmeister.

http://www.thorens.com/turntables/drives/td-550.html
batalok
31 posts
 
Although expensive I recommend the Basis with its Vector 4. I own it myself and I cannot imagine that it will be surpassed :).I have heard the other combinations for a short time (including the Linn) but I still prefer the Basis. I use it with the Lyra Titan i. But .....you should also include a powerconditioner for the turntable like the Clearaudio or its own Basis (damned expensive!).

batalok
toffeng OP
41 posts
 
Hi!

I have checked the prices more now, and I think the Brinkmann w/Brinkmann arm will be too expensive. The TW Acustic Raven w/Graham Phantom II or Triplanar arm looks like first priority with basis 2200 w/Vector 4 arm a good second (it will be USD 4.000 less).

You can get a Tw Acustic Raven with the mentioned arm (s) for approx. USD 14.000 incl. 25% VAT. You can get a Basis 2200 with Vector 4 arm for USD 10.500 incl. 25% VAT. So its nice prices over here. The Brinkmann with the Brinkmann arm costs approx. USD 18.000 incl. 25% VAT.

Cheeers, Toffen G
sonofjim
557 posts
 
The Raven would be on my short list if I didn't already have a VPI which is also great. Either way, you'll have blissful sound when you're set up. The VPI is more budget friendly but you don't seem to have this problem. What cartridge are you looking at/using? Keep us posted on your results.
toffeng OP
41 posts
 
Hi!

I am lucky enough to run a small company beside my full time job. This company is allowed to buy stereo equipment since its in the music business. Instead of receiving a salary from my company, which both the company and myself on top have to pay tax on, I am fortunate to be able to buy hifi. A great deal!

I need to wait until the new year, and my maximum budget will be USD 15.000.

In old times I liked Ortofon very much, but the dealer of the TW has reccommended Lyra or Koetsu for my setup. I also need a new amp to accommodate the Sophia 2 which arrive today, so this is a long term project!

Cheeers, Toffen G
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