Technics 1200g vs Rega rp8, VPI aries, avenger, Basis 2000, Linn LP12 etc. Can it compete?


I am thinking of upgrading my Turntable in the next few months.  It has been a long journey as believe it or not, the VPI scout really is a great table and has kept me satisfied for a long time.  However, I am looking for my last table.  Has anyone had experience with the new Technics 1200g? is it really as good as the best from VPI, Basis, SME, Feikert, etc.  It has intrigued my interest and from what I see it looks like it can easily hold its own against some of the best.  What headshells, mats, record clamps work best?  Can you use a clamp with this table?  Looking forward to your replies.
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Showing 1 response by glennewdick

Do you have to have a new table as you will get more for your money buying used.

also look at some of the older tables like Thoerns (td 125) and Garrards (301-401). they offer some outstanding sound and so much upgrades to take you to the $30k sound  dollar range with upgrades over time. defiantly a last or forever table.  

nice example for the money:

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/turntables-thorens-td-125-mk-ii-sme-3009-improved-ortofon-gold-ref...

or out side the norm:

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/turntables-oracle-delphi-mark-iv-gold-black-turntable-2017-12-28-a...

or maybe a Sota and many VPI tables on the used market as well.


of course the tables you mentioned are all great tables too.


tables don't really wear out ( if taken care of and serviced) and good ones last decades. My Garrard 301 is 50+ and works wonderfully.