I’ve heard and seen the Technics 1200G and yes it looks and feels much better in real life. I haven’t heard anything else and likely won’t be able to. I’m in a position to get a new G for 2,5k, it’s an open box about 1 month old.
This is amazing price for "G", go for it before it’s too late. It’s $4k new.
$2500 is superb deal for SL1200G ! Don’t sleep. You could even sell it for higher price.
Alternatively, I can get a Luxman PD-171A for around 5k, or PD-151 for 3,2k both almost brand new. How does Luxman G compare to the Technic models ?
My Luxman PD-444 is Direct Drive from the 70’s, i have no idea about new LUX, never tried.
To be candid, I am not crazy about the looks of Luxman either. I’d Love to have a wood frame but will not sacrifice quality.
You can have a wooden frame on your G if you wish too, but it’s a custom made, see what people can do with older cheap technics, the frame is very easy to made.