Turntable upgrade recommendations: SME vs AMG vs Technics vs other
I've recently upgraded most of my system, but I still have a Rega P8, with Linn Krystal cartridge, which I like, but I've heard that there may be better options.
I have Sound Lab electrostatic speakers, Ypsilon Hyperior amplifiers, an Ypsilon PST-100 Mk2 pre-amplifier, and am thinking about an Ypsilon phono stage to match with my system, and a turntable/cartridge. I listen to almost entirely classical, acoustic music.
Based on my very limited knowledge, and simple research, I've been looking at three brands, each of which is a different type of turntable: SME (suspension), AMG (mass), and Technics (direct drive).
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of turntables, and of those in particular?
Thanks.
Dear @drbond : You have not any trouble to match the SCHroder tonearm with almost any cartridge due that you can get 3 different weigth " headshells.
Now, I don't like the Blue Lace overall performance levels and looking the " road " you choosed my advise is to go for the Lyra Atlas Lambda and the Verissimo.
R. |
Thanks for the reminder not to get wrapped up in the analog / digital debate. They both can be excellent media, and appreciated for their differences! (I just demonstrated this to myself by listening to the same performance of Gilels playing Beethoven's Piano Concertos on both CD and LP today, and with two different cartridges on the LP.) |
I remember a few years back Mr Swissonor came home for a listen with his rebuilt 124 equipped with his own tonearm. I was about to buy it but with my SME 3012-R. He didn’t want because he said the 12’’ would unbalance the 124 (you need a larger than normal armboard) and wouldn’t sound as good as it should. My 2 cents PS : very important to listen to 220V and not 230V for a much better sound for Europe. If you are in the US I don’t know . This is very important if you want to hear your 124 at the max of its immense potential. |
