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Linn Axis w/basic arm/Denon DL 160 should I bite?

Getting back into turntables after a 20 year break I,m going to take a listen to the Linn Axis this week and wondered for $795 (dealer)should i be looking elsewhere?

I listened to a new Music hall 5.1 with the magic on it and did not like the recessed sound at all,(brighter sound that I prefer could be fixed with a different cart said the dealer)

20 years ago I owned a built LP12/Lingo when I lived in the UK and loved the musicality of it and I,m hoping its little brother a similar brighter musical soundstage I,m after...... any ideas? thanks in advance.
carlukok
carlukok OP
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Thanks for all the input I appreciate it,as its a buffer for my impetuous self to go out and buy the "first thing that comes along"
Having said that,I only considered the Axis because I wanted to listen to SOMETHING....as none of my friends are into vinyl ....where have all the record stores gone?
Thats another thread!

I did hear listen to a new Music Hall 5.1 with a Ortorfon red and it sounded great to me so take that for what it is.
I have priced one with 2m blue and a speed box and a Cambridge Audio Azur 551P Phono Preamp for about $1200 shipped so I,m stewing right now.
tbromgard
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That would be a nice set-up. The 2M red is nice but if you can swing it, the Blue is worth the extra bucks. Go for it-I dont think you will regret it.

Also, if no lp stores in your area I suggest getting an amazon prime account ($7 per year) which includes free 2 day shipping. Amazon has a huge selection of new and used vinyl. Elusivedisc.com, musicdirect.com and others are good services too. Ebay is sort of a crap shoot but Ive had luck there too.
tbromgard
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Also-
If none of your pals are into vinyl, have them over for a listening session when you get your rig set-up. Play a cd then an lp of the same pressing and ask for reactions.
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