Real world experience with the Funk or Funk V TT

What do you expect of a review of a product that is advertised in their magazine?

I've examined one closely at a show and wasn't very impressed - it's not well finished and looks too expensive.

I wasn't impressed with how it sounded either - if you can imagine the sonic equivalent of watching tv with the brightness and contrast turned down low - the music was there but it didn't have the vibrancy and resolution I would want.

It might be more helpful to the OP if you answered his question rather than questioning my hearing. (Btw my hearing is excellent thanks). I'm pleased that you're happy with your purchase and it satisfies your needs.

I would reckon that a used Garrard 401 (in a massy, solid plinth) at half the price of the Funk V would do a far better job - more punch, more dynamic and better speed stability.

I find it useful to read comments from others about the products they didn't buy and why - it's usually more insightful than the gushing prose we all write about the shiny new toys that we actually do buy.