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Help me choose TT of these three candidates.

I have narrowed the list down to these 3.
1. La Luce with SpJ tone arm and Lyra Helikin or Titan Cartridge
2. Transrotor Orfeo with Tripalnar tone arm and Sheltor 901
3. Clearaudio Max Solution with Master TQ1 arm and Strvidari cartridge

I have auditioned all of the above three in addition to VPI TNT (too warm), SME 18/2(?)(too slow for my taste),Transrotor Leonardo(did not so much for me), Clearaudio Master solution (liked the sound but chose to go one step up). Of the three 1 and 2 falls in to the category of sound that I prefer: Neutral, dynamic and lush and excellent freq extension at both low and high end. Besides both of them looks gorgeous! There are other TTs that I might be interested in but it is difficult to find dealer that has the set up. Only other alternative is read as many reviews and get opinion of Audiogone members. Since each combo costs $10-$15 K, I would really like you opinion and or your experience on these three choices and any other recommendations you might have.

Thanks.
nilthepill

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nilthepill OP
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I agree with you 111% Tobias on La Luce's looks. Although the Transrotor Orfeo could be close second (9)and Clear audio could be third(8).

Dougdeacon, I am not familiar with ZYX(?)cartridges, but you are correct. The triplanar could use better cartridge than 901- may be 90x or as you say Titan.

Cincy_bob, The TNT I audioned must be V or earlier because I don't remember it having acrylic platter. The ring and clamp were definitely there. When I say It sounded warm, I am talking in comparision with 1 and 2 combos. The big negative for TNT for me is, its foot print. It is just huge.

All of the three above can be fit in 18 X 18 square size. They are all non suspended, heavy acryllic platter design, 3 point support design.
nilthepill OP
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Thanks Dougdeacon for the link. I will sure to look the link up. I recently read the other thread mentioning Teres, Red Point and Verdier(sp?). From looks point of view Red Point certainly apeals to me. I wonder if Teres comes in material other than wood.

Hiradi, from the resume of TT's you have had, it is comforying to know La Luce is best sounding set up. Why did not you get the matching SPJ arm? How does AirTangent compare with the SPJ if you compared them. Boy I sure need to get to know the ZYX cartrdiges. I would love to get the pics of La Luce. Let me send you email off line. Could you describe the sound of your La Luce combo? Thanks.

Nil
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