Sota Sapphire & Lenco 75..


which one would be a better choice. Sota with wooden 9tonearm (http://www.tonearmaudio.com/id2.html) and lenco with option of original tone arm or acoslustre gst 1
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Yes, more recent in production. My Cosmos and recent Star are much better than my Series III Sapphire. Better build overall, better power supply, better speed control and quieter.
this thread has piqued my interest in getting a Lenco L75 for a project, build a plinth and see what I get. Is anyone using these with a modern tonearm, SME IV or V, Graham, Triplanar etc? What is considered to be a good price for an L75 in good shape.
I use a Dynavector DV505 on my Lenco L75, but it is also mounted on a PTP3 (see Lenco Heaven) in a 65-lb slate plinth with an elaborate aftermarket bearing by Jeremy, platter dampened, Boston Audio Mat1, Walker Audio Motor Controller. The Lenco thus constructed has a very free, open sound with lots of life and "air".

I bought mine in mint used condition off eBay, about 3-4 years ago. I don't know how common they are now.