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Teres, Galibier and Redpoint

After a lot of research deciding whether I should upgrade the motor on my Avid Volvare or my cartridge I have now decided that upgrading my transport is the way to go. I don't have to worry about motor compatability problems and I can always upgrade my cartridge at a later date. Being that I nearly always prefer pursueing the small company, and that the unsuspended route seems right, the three shops above have really caught my interest.

The Teres 320 or 340, Galibier Gavia and Redpoint Model A all cost about the same. But the same problem arises, I don't have an opportunity to hear and compare them and unless it's on my system, it doesn't really matter. I in no way mean to insult Chris, Thom or Peter, but what seperates these three tables in term of sonics? I say this only because they are contributors to this forum. Anyone have any opinions?

My arm is a Tri-Planar VII. Phonostage a Thor. Art Audio SET amps. Systrum rack. Thanks for your input. Richard
richardmr
flyingred
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I just found this thread and the references to my comments on my audition of the Teres 360 and Galibier tables last year.

First, I've owned Koetsu cartridges for 20 years and have a fond affection for their lushness. When I heard the Teres dem, the overall tonal presentation was fine and I've enough experience to make allowances for the cartridge.

For me the difference between the 360 and the Galibier was that the Teres didn't have the same leading edge clarity and natural decay of the notes in the lower registers - it was kind of smeary.

The way I characterized it at the time was that it sounded like the bass player was playing behind the beat. This was particularly apparent on complex rock music. Ymmv.

If Chris has improved the line then I look forward to hearing for myself at RMAF in October.
dan_ed
2,451 posts
 
I'm not telling you guys nuttin' without yooze each send a small donation to my favorite charity. That being me. For an extra $5 I've give the audiophile approved cryo'd version.

I'll probably post something tonight. I want to get my thoughts together as there was just so much to take in. The trip was very, very much worth it!
aoliviero
269 posts
 
Dan,

I hope you had a chance to compare the Triplanar to the Schroeder Ref!

Andrew
sirspeedy70680e509
1,064 posts
 
Andrew,Dan never made a Triplanar vs Shroeder Ref comparison,because the Shroeder Ref actually doesn't exist!!

Of course that could change,should CELLO("CALLING CELLO")decide to come out of hibernation and report on what was told to me.Which was he was to get a REF,in March!He has a 2.2 too,so I'd love to have him update us!

PLEEEASE!!

Best!
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thom_at_galibier_design
723 posts
 
Hi Andrew,

Dan spent from about 10am until 5pm chez Galibier. We listened to:

1. Schröder / ZYX Universe
2. Triplanar / Dynavector XV-1s
3. Schröder / Dynavector XV-1s

We ran out of time for the 4th permutation.

We'll let Dan report on his vist both to me and Chris.

BTW, there were indeed very few constants between Chris' and my rigs other than tonearms and cartridges.

One other shared reference point is the Artemis Labs phono stages (PH-1, PL-1) which both Chris and I love.

Cheers,
Thom @ Galibier
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