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Turntable and Arm Combination in 5K range (maximum)
I have a new Dynavector TKR cartridge and it simply amazes me. In the spirit of being further amazed, I am thinking about a turntable and tonearm change. Currently I use a Hanss T-20 table with an Origin Live Illustrious tonearm. The TKR seems to be happy with this tandem, but suggestions from analog gurus on other things to consider -- either new or used -- would be greatly appreciated. I listen almost exclusively to classical, and have a collection of about 1500 classical records. My tastes lean toward quick, dynamic, and wide soundstage, as I do listen to a lot of chamber music and solo piano (I am a hack classical pianist as well). I find recordings of piano music to be particularly demanding of my system, which is Sanders 10 planars and a mix of ARC tube and solid state amplifiers. When you get good vinyl, it is stunning. Thanks in advance.
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If you're open to used, it doesn't get much better than this. https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisa0e5i-vpi-hr-x-turntables It even comes with a great cart. This seller is offering a good deal. Ignore any VPI bashing. For added speed accuracy, use your $1200 stimulus check for the ADS https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisa13a7-vpi-sds-synchronous-drive-system-excellent-upgrade-for-any-vpi-table-ac-conditioners Assuming you have a phono stage up to the task, you will have a VERY nice setup for minimum expense. Also be aware those prices are NEGOTIABLE. You may be able to score them for LE$$. Excellent time to buy pricey gear. |
Thanks to all of you for your suggestions, certainly open to more but I will pursue some of these. The Reed tonearm looks really nice but above my budget unless discounts and/or package dials are available.. Denon DP-80 reference didn't get me much except to a forum with little activity. Don't know what to think of the HRX, it does seem like a decent deal. I located another with the rim drive option, but it is higher. That is a very LARGE table. How would the arm mate with my TKR? MijoStyn2, who will answer when I call the number you gave me, re: the Sota? |
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