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Teres Versus with Galibier/Redpoint?

I'm planning to add another turntable to my system(currently have VPI SSM rim drive/10.5i). Along with the Raven AC, I'm most intrigued by the Galibier Stelvio and Redpoint Model D. Any of these tables would allow the flexibility of Differing/multiple arms and a contrast to the sound of the VPI. One potential advantage to the Galibier and Redpoint might be the ability to position the Teres Versus next to the platter as an alternate drive method. In this way, one might be able to use direct drive and tape drive interchangably. Does anyone have experience trying this or is the tape drive good enough that this would make little difference?
sonofjim

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dougdeacon
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To my ears, a properly implemented tape drive on those tables is not simply "good enough". It's better.

Others have reported differently of course and they prefer the Verus.

Partly it's a matter of what music you listen to and what kinds of sounds sound "real" to you. If rock, contemporary vocalists and multi-miked/multi-mixed recordings are your standard, the Verus may well be preferable, or at least as good. If the harmonic complexities of Hogwood or the pure vocals and acoustics of Alfred Deller or Emma Kirkby matter to you, the tape drive can better provide the clarity those sounds require.

It may also be a matter of whether those who prefer the Verus have truly made the effort to optimize their tape drive. That isn't difficult, but it should be done before a judgement is made.
dougdeacon
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Santanaali,

I assume you're going through belts quickly because the metallic backing is wearing thin. Read the thread Thom linked to for a notable improvement in both belt life and sonic performance.

Note: the ever thoughtful Mosin suggested kapton as another potential belt material which might (or might not) provide a further improvement. Haven't had time to try that yet.

Rickmak,

A Galibier, Redpoint or Teres capstan might be adaptable to your Raven motor. Might have to drill out the hole for the motor shaft. Otherwise they're perfect for a 1/2" tape, assuming the capstan diameter is compatible with the speed range of your motor controller.

Sonofjim,

Agree with you and Stiltskin that the experiment is worth hearing for yourself. The majority of Verus testers on Teres BD tables have found it to be an upgrade. You might too.

OTOH, if we had a two table budget we might sell both and buy one of Mosin's Saskia tables. Haven't heard it in our system to confirm all aspects of its performance, but it's certainly the most speed-stable table through transients we've heard. It outplayed every table at RMAF in that respect, regardless of drive system.

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