I think the previous advice is solid, but on a value-oriented basis I might put the Cirkus at the top, after tuning the 'table. It makes a substantial difference in clarity and depth of bass, as well as overall rhythm, pace, and timing. If you can find one used, it will set you back $350 - $450 or so, a drop in the bucket compared to the top-flight arms recommended here (ARO's and Ekos's are found 2nd-hand for around $1500). Even new, it's still good value. You might also consider an Akito ($350) or an Ittok ($650). The Ittok, even the LVII, is the value leader, in my opinion, although the newer Akito's (version 2) are quite good as well. Happy listening.
Linn LP-12 Configurations for a Newbie
Hello and thank you for your input.
I am confident that this topic has been discussed ad nauseum on this forum, as well as many others. Nonetheless, I haven't owned vinyl or a turntable in about 20 years and would appreciate the collective insights of others.
I recently purchased a second hand LP-12 Sondek (Cirque 1970s). The turntable was upgraded in the early 1980s with a valhalla power supply and nirvana suspension. The unit has a basik tonearm, as well as a K-18mII cartridge. Obviously, sonic improvements would come from a better tonearm and a MC cartridge.
My question, however is as follows. Based upon people's past experience, what are some recommended upgrades that I ought to consider and why? Other have told me that the newer cirkus units sound "too much" like CD players (which I would like to avoid). What are some of the more "musical" configurations that other's have heard that optimizes the LP-12's strentghts?
I am confident that this topic has been discussed ad nauseum on this forum, as well as many others. Nonetheless, I haven't owned vinyl or a turntable in about 20 years and would appreciate the collective insights of others.
I recently purchased a second hand LP-12 Sondek (Cirque 1970s). The turntable was upgraded in the early 1980s with a valhalla power supply and nirvana suspension. The unit has a basik tonearm, as well as a K-18mII cartridge. Obviously, sonic improvements would come from a better tonearm and a MC cartridge.
My question, however is as follows. Based upon people's past experience, what are some recommended upgrades that I ought to consider and why? Other have told me that the newer cirkus units sound "too much" like CD players (which I would like to avoid). What are some of the more "musical" configurations that other's have heard that optimizes the LP-12's strentghts?