2. analog
  3. 1143312909

Turntable in $2500-3500 range for SME IV.Vi arm ?

After four years of being unable to enjoy my component system because of moving and storage, it finally looks like there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I have an older VPI table with stand alone motor--the IV upgrade. I like my SME IV.Vi tonearm very much, but am considering going to a new table, however, I don't want to spend more than about $3500. I've seen references to VPI's Black Knight and the Teres 255, and notice that Galibier is soon to be coming out with a $2500 design. Any experience with these or other comparable tables making a good match with the SME IV.Vi arm ? My other components include a new Cortese preamp, modified Air Tight ATM-3 monoblocks and two pairs of speakers: the Dunlavy SC-IV and a wonderful ribbon/Dynaudio driver hybrid system created by a brilliant friend. Finally, as of 4-5 years ago I was temporarily using a Grado Sonata cartridge (low output version). I anticipate upgrading to a moving coil, but have not yet decided on which one. Thanks kindly for your suggestions.
opus88

Showing 1 response by chadnliz

chadnliz
3,736 posts
 
Another vote for the SOTA, my friend has the NOVA with the SME V and it sounds amazing, for what it is worth he had commented at our last "Ears and Beers" party that he never heard any VPI that was as good as a SOTA.
For what it is worth I also have a SOTA but mine is not upgraded like his is so mine isnt really in the same league but it still is a very pleasing table, so you may try a cheaper model and perhaps upgrade it if desired, you may be suprised how good it is.
More to discover