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Does any Audiogon member have a Holbo air-bearing turntable?

I am fascinated by the Holbo air-bearing turntable with its linear tracking air-bearing arm and air bearing platter system.  I have not read an unfavourable review, and many reviewers recommend it as a reference-level turntable at an audio bargain price.

If you have one, what has your experience been like?  What country are you in?  Is yours the Mk1 or the Mk2?  What was the set-up experience like?  What cartridge(s) have you used, and what would you recommend?  How do you keep it clean?  Has it been reliable?

Looking forward to hearing real-life experiences!

richardbrand
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richardbrand OP
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Thanks to all here for your input.  I have decided to take the plunge and order the Holbo Mk2.

I will let you know what my experiences are like, but I am certainly not a golden-ear, nor even a proper audiophile.  I cannot afford a cartridge of similar quality to the table at the moment, so will be using an existing Audio Technica VM540ML cartridge for the time being.  Ultimately I hope to have my Garrard 301 alongside the Holbo for comparison purposes, but initially I think the Holb will replace the Garrard while I rewire its tone arm

Cheers, Richard

devinplombier
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@richardbrand 

Congratulations! Looking forward to reading your review!

lewm
14,701 posts
 

Where is Holbo manufactured? Tariff may dramatically increase costs for US buyers depending on country of origin. I say that as someone who was just burned on car parts coming from the UK, of all places.

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hb22
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Price for Holbo mk2 airbearing turntable is 4990€ , including DHL shipping , customs and taxes paid, delivery directly to your home worldwide , 2-year warranty and all unlimited support and assistance.

dogberry
966 posts
 

@lewm They are made in Slovenia.

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