Raven vs. Verdier La Platine

I dislike these VS threads but what can you do...

I agree with Raul.
With so many great performing tables today including modded vintage.
My choice last year for a new table ,arm and cartridge was a difficult decision with a budget of $14,000 less phonostage.

Verdier tables have changed little in their 20 plus year history and are certainly a great choice as are the Raven line including others.

No Regrets
I check my Raven periodically and so far its dead nuts with 33 and 45.
The motor speed control is the best I've used so far.

The Verdier table IS a beauty to look at and I just found out there is a dealer to the south of me, I'll have to pop in for a listen.

My previous table and speed control were poor at keeping accurate sustainable speed for any length of time.

No regrets
Going on to 7 months.
My previous table and motor speed control were the same brand.
Looking back I believe I just simply had a turkey speed control that slipped past quality control also to make matters worst the table came with a rubber belt.

TW Acustic do not use rubber belts to spin the platter, however I'm about to try 1/4 inch tape, some Raven owners are useing this now to good effect.