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VIP, SOTA & Oracle Turntables

Can these turntables from the late 1980's and 1990's be upgraded to more recent standards? I am planning to purchase one of these turntables for use in my audio system. Since I can't afford to purchase new, my plan is to purchase a used turntable and arm for upgrade later when I have extra cash.

My present system consistes of the:

1. Threshold S/300
2. Classe DR-5 pre-amp
3. DAC
4. Parasound 2000 CD transport
5. Upgraded cables and interconnects
6. Mirage M-09 speakers to be upgraded to Maggies 1.6. I presently listen to CD's but really want to begin pulling our some of my classical and jazz albums. All advice will be welcomed. Thanks very much.
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gregadd
574 posts
 
Sota has a full trade in program. Contact them for details.
This my opinion. It's always better to wait and buy waht you want the first time.
Why? Because everyone wants to nickel and dime you on the value of your trade in. I know 'cause I just ried it on Saturday.
gregadd
574 posts
 
While I agree with Sirspeedy on sota,you might want to take a look at the Well Tempered Amadeus. At $2800 you'll have money left over for an poverpriced cart and an outboard suspension.
gregadd
574 posts
 
"an poverpriced cart and an outboard suspension."
Obviously I meant overpriced cartridge. Sorry for the typo.
gregadd
574 posts
 
Sirspeedy.You truly are out on a limb working with out a net. I said something similar in my system post. Essentially some very expensive tt's with some very simple designs.
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