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Just how good is the Technics SL-1200?

I keep reading posts about how good this TT is. I read as far as direct drive TTs go its very good. How resolving is it. I also read you can get it modded. Just how good is it? Is it in same league as Linn or Rega? Anyone ever do a shoot out between the 2?
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dave_72
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Exactly. You nailed it. But, I really don't need the mods, personally speaking. The 1210MG5 sounds good as is too me. I also don't find the AT150mLX to be too bright @ 47k. It really depends on the record. Actually some records sound rather dull...
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atmasphere
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Anyone with a 1200 should look at this site: http://www.mikenewaudio.com/bearing.php

The link I posted is for the new bearing! Between that and the new platter I suspect this would make a really nice machine!
dave_72
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Interesting...
dconsmack
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Dave_72: Actually the AT150MLX measures about +7dB (max) above 10,000Hz at 47kΩ/120pF. So, technically it is a bright cart at it's recommended loading. But, it's a great one nonetheless. It'll test near flat at 15kΩ/570pF and listening tests support this. This is through an EAR 324 phono stage.
dconsmack
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Dave_72: Actually the AT150MLX measures about +7dB (max) above 10,000Hz at 47kΩ/120pF. So, technically it is a bright cart at it's recommended loading. But, it's a great one nonetheless. It'll test near flat at 15kΩ/570pF and listening tests support this. This is through an EAR 324 phono stage.
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