Modified Lenco vs TW Raven


Hello,
I have a TW Acustic Raven for a few years now. I made different upgrades along the last 3 years : new battery PSU and 3 motors in a round shape. I was thinking about the last upgrade (for me) : the BN platter and new bearing when I heard for the first time to modified Lenco by TJN. I read most of what there is to read for a non DIY, and there is a lot...
Before deciding if a make the jump I'd like to know if some in the community have made the same decision : I mean going from a top belt TT to a top idler wheel. I think of the ref models from Jean Nantais and tell me if they are happy now.
Thank you for helping
Barba
barbapapa
Most of us need to sell one toy to be able to afford a new one. If you can swing it, buy a used tricked out Lenco and compare it to your current table for a lengthy period of time. Sometimes we make changes out of boredom or current trends, only to take a step backwards. Experimentation is a lot of fun, but can be expensive if not done with caution.

Both tables have an excellent reputation and following, but sound very different. Good luck.
If you can swing it take the advice of Brf.
Many times people get bored or simply want to make a change. Sometimes for better, sometimes not.
Thank you for your opinions. I don't want to change only for having a new toy.
I still have my Air Tight ATM3 for nearly 20 years now and don't need to change. That's why I ask on the Agon if some of you made this experience and has a knowledge about these particular turntables.
Barba
I've had a Nantais Ref Lenco for three years now, recently upgraded to Mk II status, which is a solid step up in detail retrieval, overall coherence, and speed stability. I'm very happy with it.

I also have a Brinkmann Oasis on a Minus-K platform in the same system, and used to have a Clearaudio Innovation Wood, also on a Minus-K. While I can't compare the Lenco to a TW, I can say that I preferred it hands down to the Clearaudio and perhaps to the Brinkmann, too. The Oasis is a bit more analytical, the Lenco more visceral with greater drive. Speed stability is a toss up.

If I had to keep one, it'd probably be the Lenco, if only because it takes two arms. Doesn't really need an expensive platform, either, whereas the Brinkmann absolutely does.