Can you help me decide between these two?

My choice would be to keep the Technics SL-Q3. 

Personally I find myself deviating more and more from tapes and records to streaming only.  And I started using both (tapes and records) when I was 6-7 years old - (ab)using my father's stereo.  So I have a huge emotional connection to both formats - but convenience of streaming is winning over me.

Look the bottom line hear is that Both of these tables use a REGA tonearm( while the Acoutstic Sig does have a Carbon option). The sound from Rega arms are Lively , punchy, detailed, energetic, they work particularly well with Dynavector MC or any MC for that matter. This makes for great listening sessions with Rock n Roll, Heavy Jazz, Big Band/ Swing, Acid Jazz ect... While Tonearms using carbon fiber will sound laid back , pretty, detailed, musical, this is great for  Pop rock, vocals, classical, light jazz, opera. These arms work great with MM cartridges like a Clear Audio Maestro. So I hope this gives you some more insight.

P.S. I do Own a JA Michell Gyro SE ( a battle ship in terms of quality)and Its the last table ill own, wonderfully thought out and has that great REGA sound using The Tehno Arm 2 on it. 

Matt M

I didn’t bother learning about your existing TT until others here suggested keeping it.

So I had Brave AI gather the basics. 

The Technics SL-Q3 is a fully automatic, quartz-locked direct drive turntable released in 1979-1980 that is widely regarded as a high-quality, durable unit from the height of the "turntable wars." It features a brushless DC motor, a 31.2 cm aluminum die-cast platter, and a static-balanced S-shaped gimbal tonearm with a rotational speed deviation of only ±0.002%. 

Key specifications and features include:

• Performance: It achieves a wow and flutter of 0.025% WRMS and a signal-to-noise ratio of 78dB, with speeds reaching constant rotation in just 0.9 seconds. 

• Design: The cabinet uses a two-layer TNRC acoustic material for anti-vibration, and it supports auto-start, auto-return, and repeat modes while accommodating 7", 10", and 12" records. 

• Tonearm: The arm has a 7 mg initial motion sensitivity and uses a quick-change headshell compatible with standard 1/2" cartridges (such as Audio-Technica, Shure, or Ortofon), rather than the P-mount found on cheaper models. 

• Value: Users frequently describe it as a "poor man’s SL-1200" due to its robust build and accuracy, often finding excellent value in the used market for around $200-$300.

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• IF it is setup properly, and you can mount/align/calibrate a new cartridge (or have a friend who can) (or live near me 07062), I would certainly buy a spare headshell (with azimuth adjustment) and put it on your existing TT.

• After that: Any New/Used TT, I would want a Tonearm with removable headshell.

So I can address a few replies: I don't use a turntable much either. But I do want a quality unit worthy of a 1 to 2 grand cartridge. Also, the SL-Q3 is automatic. Thanks for looking up the specs of my turntable. As far as I know I have it set up properly. 1st the overhang is determined by their gauge. Once installed on the turntable you zero out the tonearm to be level. Then adjust the tracking force. Anti skate is dialed  to the tracking force number. That is the directions. Not sure how the results would differ doing it some other way. Another thing with the Technics is the rca plugs and wires are thin, thin, thin. Connectors are cheap. thanks