Get something like the SOTA or Basis that does not need a threaded spindle. The Pierre Lurne is suppose to be excellent but they haven't answered my inquires. I wouldn't pay that much if you like the table as it is, just get a good clamp. Or a good record weight, they do a similar job if they are heavy. VPI uses clamps but their top table uses a weight instead.
Is centerclamp like TT Weights as good as TT maker
Hi,
I bought a used Townshend Rock 7 turntable here on Audiogon.
The first version of this model has an unthreaded spindle and no
Record clamp. Newer version of same model now has different platter subplatter bearing and threaded spindle with a center clamp.
The problem is I am being quoted $1500 to replace platter subplatter bearing and for clamp
So would a nice center clamp from TT weights that is not threaded give same sonic improvement as the threaded one from TT maker? TT already sounds awesome. I concur with great review of turntable by absolute sound dec 2010 reviewer. The dealer swears record clamp makes it better in his opinion
Thanks
Mike
I bought a used Townshend Rock 7 turntable here on Audiogon.
The first version of this model has an unthreaded spindle and no
Record clamp. Newer version of same model now has different platter subplatter bearing and threaded spindle with a center clamp.
The problem is I am being quoted $1500 to replace platter subplatter bearing and for clamp
So would a nice center clamp from TT weights that is not threaded give same sonic improvement as the threaded one from TT maker? TT already sounds awesome. I concur with great review of turntable by absolute sound dec 2010 reviewer. The dealer swears record clamp makes it better in his opinion
Thanks
Mike