What would happen if we had convenient turntables


I was just writing a response to a thread about what CD player I should buy if I like raZZberry cables with a Ginormancy reference statement premeir platinum signature solid state amp.... etc. Sound speaker Mind monitors.
I thought I really like my analog rig. It is certainly not over the top just a Scout standard issue JMW 9 Dynevector 20X HO and a Graham Amp 2 SE, I also can use an ARC pre amongst others.
20 years ago I would have said my record player is a Yamaha YSP 211 LMNOP.
The reason I am not entirely all vinyl is that no audiophile TTs have a few functions that give me the comfort I seek. Mind you I have a non remote preamp
1.Automatic lift up when side is over to avoid damaging your $680 cartridge . I sit nervously until the last track then I stand up to catch the arm.
2.No repeat button. I like hearing a 20 minute side more than once.
3. No way of playing more than 20 minutes at a shot.
Why can't someone build a great table that would accomodate a nervous and lazy vinyl lover.
Remember spindles that stacked the records. Now Oh My Goodness the VTA will need adjustment.My scout and MMF 5 do not have VTA adjustment
What happened to Turntables that they won't sound very good unless they are bereft of ease of play.Or really more like what would happen to the sound of my TT if it was not a mild to moderate pain to use.
mechans

Showing 1 response by rauliruegas

Dear Mechans: You can always buy/install an arm lift out there.

A repeat button it is more a " desired " tonearm charateristic than a TT one. Probably this characteristic in a tonearm could compromise its quality performance but I can't say for sure.

No more than 20 minutes by recording: well this is not a TT issue but a recording industry subject. I have some old recordings with a time exceding 30 minutes, so it can happen if the recording industry want to do it.

I'm with you, I don't like either those " little stones on the road " but unfortunately ( maybe with no serious reason. ) is the way things are.

Regards and enjoy the music.
raul.