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SOTA table owners- getting upgraded

I have an older Star Sapphire version II which I bought new back in 1986 and subsequently upgraded with a III platter. In 1999 I put it into storage when moving to London and got it out earlier this year. I thought about getting a VPI Scout but ended up sending the table to SOTA to have the springs upgraded and while there, had the platter bearing replaced, the sub-chassis stiffened and dampened and purchased a Cosmos composite armboard. The motor, the original pabst, and the vacuum checked out fine.

I use the table with a SME V and a AT OC-9 cartridge. Man, what a difference these mods have made. Speed stability has improved as the hanging turntable no longer wobbles all over the place due no doubt to the new springs. The table's background noise is now so low that music comes out from a black and quiet background. Soundstaging and clarity have likewise seen substantial increases. If you have an older SOTA, I highly recommend these changes to your table.
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cello
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Sirspeedy,
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I am sorry. Was that a bit harsh (certainly not my intention).
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Rgds,
Larry
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cello
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Where, on the internet, can one see photos of the Sota tables (all models) ?
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Rgds,
Larry
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cello
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Sirspeedy,
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I was going to write a review for the Schroder last night, but I thought it might be better to wait until I actually have it before offering any strong opinions.
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As soon as I get the Schroder in my system, you will be the 11th to know. That's assuming your email ever works and email can reach you.
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Rgds,
Larry
cello
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Sirspeedy,
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I wasn't really sorry or apologizing. I was f@#king with you.
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Enjoy the heat.
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Rgds,
Larry
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cello
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Sirspeedy,
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A question for you: Would Nrchy be better off trying to find a way to get a battery power source in lieu of getting a great power cord (I do think power cords make a huge difference in almost all applications) ?
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Rgds,
Larry
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cello
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Sirspeedy,
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A - I know that battery powered TT drive motors sound better than those run by normal AC current (my experience with Teres). I absolutely think that good properly matched power cords as compared to stock cords make a significant improvement to any component. If an upgraded power cord helps the pump motor, perhaps a battery powered pump might be an upgrade over AC power.
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B - Did someone tell you that I received my new Schroder (since you asked within the last two weeks)? I will be happy to share my reactions about what effect the Schroder Reference has on my system's sound once I actually have a Schroder Reference. I can, if it is extremely urgent and important to you, write up a detailed review and comparison of what the Schroder does for my system before I actually get it. You must keep in mind that there may be some differences between what I think the improvements might be once I have a Schroder vs. the differences I find when I actually have a Schroder.
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Please let me know how urgently you need the review so I can know if I have to start fabricating a review for you. Perhaps it would be more expedient for you to write a review of how the Schroder will sound in my system before I actually have it. This would save an enormous amount of my time and you would have your review much sooner than if you have to wait for me to receive the Schroder and write a review.
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Warmest Regards,
Larry.
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