Which turntable is better?
I am considering my first turntable and having difficulty deciding between Technics 1500C, Audio Technica LP8X, Music Hall Stealth, Mofi Ultradeck or Rega Planer 6. My budget is 2K to 2.5K. I understand all the diferences in these tables as far as belt drive versus direct drive and semi automatic functions etc. but wanted to know from others experiences with these? I will probably upgrade cartridge from what is supplied. I don't have to have built in phono stage as my integrated, Unison Research Unico Due has one onboard.
@robertq Avoid vintage turntables(>20 years old) advances in technology has made most obsolete, unless you relish in repairs/tinkering or nostalgia. |
@dayglow absolute rubbish, I have been using the same Thorens TD145 since 1978 and it has never skipped a beat, had modern turntables come into my system and had them go right on out. Have done a few updates but the core TD145 is solid. Rubbish...
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@dayglow absolute rubbish, I have been using the same Thorens TD145 since 1978 and it has never skipped a beat, had modern turntables come into my system and had them go right on out. Have done a few updates but the core TD145 is solid. Rubbish...
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@foggyus91 Congrats on finding vinyl nirvana with a 40+ year old Thorens. The vast majority of vintage decks are not in pristine cosmetic or operating condition. Repairs are costly and possibly unavailable on many vintage turntables, A new entry level player with warranty is simply the better choice. As noted I said most vintage TT are obsolete were not debating the quality of a Kenwood L-07D. |
