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Technics 1200 G a Forever Turntable?

I won my fantasy football league and have $4-5K burning a hole in my pocket.  I am considering a new turntable to replace my OG Technics 1200 M3D.  Is it possible to get one at this price point that can be the last one I'll ever want/need?  Looking at 1200G because of the familiarity, but is it better to get one with easier future tonearm changes.  I know audiophiles generally don't settle on anything forever, but I feel like a great turntable can do the job for years beyond most other equipment.  
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ericsch
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The 1200G also my last TT.
ericsch
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@jbrrp1 
Not to hijack the thread, but what mat did you settle on. I am currently using the Funk Firm Achromat.
ericsch
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Before I got the Achromat, I tried the Herbie's mat. I felt that the Herbie's was an improvement over the stock rubber mat. Based on various recommendations I decided to try the Achromat. The result was a more detailed presentation than the Herbies and the stock mat. I did AB comparisons to the best of my ability and settled on the Achromat. 

The first Achromat I received was warped and Music Direct was very cooperative in handling an exchange.

I use the stock headshell with a Hana SL and Pass XP-15.

I have a LP Gear Zupreme Headshell that I may use in the future with a different cartridge.

Jake, you are in a different league with the Van Den Hul cartridge and preamp. Let us know how you like the music.  
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