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Project Xtension 12 or VPI Classic 3

Hello,
I am looking to get into vinyl and am a bit of a novice.
I have demo'd vinyl and loved the sound compared to digital.
I am considering 2 turntable / cartridge options at this time.
A Project 12 xtension with a Sumiko Celebration 2 Cartridge and a VPI Classic 3 with an Ortofon Cadenza Black Cartridge.
Is the VPI / Ortofon that much better?
I don't have the opportunity to demo that combination but have read great reviews.
Is it worth the addional cost?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
I currently have Cremona M's, Conrad Johnson ET3 SE with Phono and Cary 500 MB Mono Blocks and my current source is a an Oppo 95
Thanks
pkelly1504
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jmcgrogan2
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Altanpsx, so you do have some understanding of the subjectiveness in this hobby, that is a start. We are not discussing a Continuum Caliburn versus an entry level Rega table here, or I may agree with your statement that better is simply better.

We are discussing a $4K Project table versus a $6K VPI table, which ARE in the same league (unless you have some blatant personal bias towards one brand). So obviously, "better" will lie in the ear of the beholder in this regard.
altanpsx
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Jmcgrogan2 i wish u a very happy new year. I am old enough to avoid meaningless arguments. If you say that better lie in a subjective devision, so be it. But really consider 4 vs 6 means %50 different, which is a mathemetical fact. But if u say it is subjective, also fine. I wish u a pleasent 2014....
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jmcgrogan2
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Happy 2014 to you too Altanpsx! BTW, I love your system! I'll bet that ZYX UNIverse II sounds great!! Is it the copper version? Enjoy the music. :)
altanpsx
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Yes it is copper and creating the first magical and musical moments of 2014 by bringing Anna(opera star) to our home...:)
chrissain
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VPI classic three is better? why? in what ways? They are both awesome sounding turntables, the Extension 12 with a Ortofon Candenza red was the best sounding table I have had in my listening room, absolutely stunning. I have heard the vpi at a dealers and was also impressed, but it had a different cart and gear behind it.
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