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Opinions on vintage Dual turntables

Hello All. I have a Dual 1245 currently which is ok. I have been thinking about searching for a "better" Dual. Which models would you recommend? Which ones to stay away from? I always had a soft spot for the vintage Duals for some reason, maybe because my first TT was a 1225 back in the day. I have a Shure V15 IV to mate with it.
Thanks!
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beernut OP
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A lot of it is nostalgia I guess but the German engineering in some models was spot on. I picked up a nice 1228 and will give that a try. Thanks all!
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beernut OP
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Good Questions. I really don't have a budget, just looking for value. I will be using the phono section of my McIntosh integrated. The stylus is brand new in the cart which is a Shure Type IV. I always like the German made Duals, very fine tone arms and i found they out performed the Japanese TT's of the day.
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beernut OP
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Advise well taken. I like the convenience of the automatics as I'm not always poised to lift the tonearm at the end of the record. Is there a drop-oof in performance, probably. Will I hear it, not sure..
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