Have not heard the Orbe, but owned the 2100 and was extremely happy with it. I've since upgraded to the 2500 and my ultimately go to the Debut V. Basis allows full retail credit on all trade-ins for upgrade.
Having said all that, after seeing (not hearing) the new Clearaudio Champion at a local dealer yesterday, that would certainly be on my short list. The one I saw had a double chassis and a massive platter and was $2200. I understand that Clearaudio also allows full retail credit on upgrades.
Both tables are distributed by Musical surroundings http://www.musicalsurroundings.com/.
Clearaudio doesn't use suspension, which is always an option with Basis, so that might be a consideration.
Having said all that, after seeing (not hearing) the new Clearaudio Champion at a local dealer yesterday, that would certainly be on my short list. The one I saw had a double chassis and a massive platter and was $2200. I understand that Clearaudio also allows full retail credit on upgrades.
Both tables are distributed by Musical surroundings http://www.musicalsurroundings.com/.
Clearaudio doesn't use suspension, which is always an option with Basis, so that might be a consideration.