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Multi Arm Table

I have a Basis Debut but it can only accomodate 1 arm. I change wands on my Graham Phantom for mono play but the loading is also differant so I have to change the phono Preamp input. I want this to be easier so.
I want to set the new table up for my mono cartridge and a cartridge/arm combination to play 45's. I do not want to spend the money I paid for my Basis setup.
I am thinking Clearaudio Innovation Wood Compact and would like some other suggetions.
Thanks
BTW I will be keeping the Basis.
hevac1
kdl
17 posts
 
TW Raven Two can have two arms with a small foot print (18x17). The armboard can have interchangable insert for different tonearms. Raven AC could be better and have four arms capacity but with a much larger foot print and cost much more.
nandric's avatar
nandric
4,086 posts
 
Hevac 1, If your Basis has a 'very large foor print' than
you can use 9'' or 10'' tonearms with the so called 'flat
base' like the Triplanar , the Red, etc. To avoid drilling
3 holes for those you can glue them to your Basis. Assuming
of course that you have > 211mm distance from the spindle
on the left back side .

Regards,
lespier
68 posts
 
Agree with Nandric
One suggestion would be to look for an RS labs arm which has a heavy base that is designed to merely 'sit' on a horizontal surface and does not need any holes to drilled nor glue so you won't damage that lovely acrylic on the Basis.
guitarslimjunior
12 posts
 
I have the Clearaudio Innovation Compact Wood - I got it for the same reason... multiple arms for stereo records, mono records, and 78s.

I did a ton or research and came to the conclusion this was the best and easiest set up possible in my price range.

I was patient and extremely lucky, and I managed to get everything I wanted for around $5000.00! The table, two armboards, a Fidelity Research FR-64s with three headshells, and a Clearaudio Satisfy carbon fiber tonearm. No carts at this price.

I am no expert with high end, but I can assure you that this is an easy machine to set up and operate with truly wonderful results. All my audiophool friends seem to think it's an extremely nice setup as well. None of them are into running two arms but they really like the Innovation Compact.

Good luck.
hevac1 OP
812 posts
 
Well I am going to put the Clearaudio or another TT on hold for now and look into the arm pod option. The wife does not want me doing any more construction till I finish the other jobs around the house I have started.

I do not want to do anything that will permanently alter my Basis. This is going to take some time to figure out. I also think it is going to require a 12" arm because of the Basis's size.
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