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holbo MK 2 turntable

Hello all,

Finally getting back into vinyl after a 30 year hiatus.  Been auditioning various packages in the $40-50K range.  I have always been intriqued by tangential tracking air bearing arms and air bearing or otherwise "levitating" platters.  A high end dealer that I know who has a very expensive system like this (VYGER) encouraged me to try ordering this deck, with a very expensive Japanese cartridge for it, and that it might be a "giant killer" of sorts.   Do any of you have any experience with this deck?  I have read the reviews but I am curious what the Audiogon analog forum has to say.

ACR

 

reynolds537
rsf507
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@reynolds537 you are very fortunate to be able to choose these type of tables. There are several, if I had the funds, I'd be looking at. The TechDAS Air Force tables, the CS Port from Japan (although at around 250 pounds might require a new stand) or Acoustical Systems makes many fine tables as well. 

You stated  "I have always been intriqued by tangential tracking air bearing arms and air bearing or otherwise "levitating" platters".  The CS Port checks those boxes. 😉

hb22's avatar
hb22
21 posts
 

Holbo mk2 vs CS Port = 5500usd vs. 65000usd. I'm very interested in which tonearm has the ability to change VTA while playing and precise azimuth settings.wink

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tcutter
408 posts
 

if you can find one on the used market, an Eminent Technology ET 2.5 would be a lot less money. Turntable not included. 

pgaulke60
349 posts
 

Check out the Bergmann line.  Excellent turntables.  I love mine.  

rsf507
2,577 posts
 

Here's another table with a linear tracking arm. Unusual to say the least with the platter moving. 

Solution 787 tturntable

https://soulution-audio.com/soulution-787-turntable/

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