doverOver the past decade, I’ve owned differently implemented Technics Sp10Mk3’s from completely stock form, to one with a cld Panzerholz plinth to a Dobbins direct mount and Artisan Fidelity NGS and none have had this specific modification done. The permanent nature of this procedure involving oil(y) substances applied to the internals meant a firm no-go for me. I listened to a for all intents and purposes stock Sp10Mk3 as well before and after this mod at a friends place as well which did not change or alter my opinion on the matter.
If Technics SP10 owners are contemplating the krebsupgrade they should be aware that there are legal exclusions of liability for any breakages incurred during the modification and that the modifications are irreversible. I also see that no measurements or objective tests have been provided to support the krebsupgrade claims.
Technics SL1000 MK3 (SP10 MK3) performance/value VS modern turntables?
I have a Technics SL1000 MK3 in beautiful condition and in it's lifetime has seen very little use.
I am ready to send it off for complete electronics restoration/upgrade, upgrade the speed control processor module and have the Krebs mods done. Will cost about $2500.00 to have all this done.
I was wondering how this would compare to what is out there for modern turntables after all the work is done?
Or, would I be better off selling it, and adding what I was going to spend for the upgrades to a new turntable?
I believe these should sell in untouched condition for at least $5K? So that would put me in the $7.5K range for a modern table?
For tonearms, I already have:
New, unmounted Moerch DP8
Fidelity Research FR64S, in beautiful condition that I sent off to Ikeda/Japan and they re-wired (better silver wiring, I still have original wires) and completely tore it down and rebuilt/re-lubed.... it's just like a new FR64S.
I think this table would be hard to beat at the $7500.00 price point, but would appreciate others opinion.
Rick
I am ready to send it off for complete electronics restoration/upgrade, upgrade the speed control processor module and have the Krebs mods done. Will cost about $2500.00 to have all this done.
I was wondering how this would compare to what is out there for modern turntables after all the work is done?
Or, would I be better off selling it, and adding what I was going to spend for the upgrades to a new turntable?
I believe these should sell in untouched condition for at least $5K? So that would put me in the $7.5K range for a modern table?
For tonearms, I already have:
New, unmounted Moerch DP8
Fidelity Research FR64S, in beautiful condition that I sent off to Ikeda/Japan and they re-wired (better silver wiring, I still have original wires) and completely tore it down and rebuilt/re-lubed.... it's just like a new FR64S.
I think this table would be hard to beat at the $7500.00 price point, but would appreciate others opinion.
Rick
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Chakster Or you can send to our JP Jones for inspection if you want to make sure about condition of the electronics. Agreed with this posters sentiments. Btw, a new Technics Sp10R runs about $11k without a plinth. |
rich121 Very curious what platter mat recommendations you have for the MK3? You also might wish to try one of the following platter mats as well. I have both of these presently and they are really quite superb. Micro Seiki CU-180 (Gunmetal alloy - vintage) Artisan Fidelity (Pure Copper) atmasphere I think the SP10MkIII is better than the new 10R because it has so much more torque. But a good deal of that was so it could be used for LP mastering and I suspect that was not their goal with the newer version. I agree this is a critical part of the equation. Many more differences exist between these models though than just the torque output which affect playback. |
Micro CU-500 was incredible on my ex Technics SP-10 mkII Now I'm using CU-180 on my Luxman PD-444 and I have this spare set (CU180 + ST20 in mint condition). This is definitely the best mat, so rare and hard to find in perfect condition. |
I’m using the TTM Monitor Mat, no complaints and is much better than the stock rubber (in either thickness). I’m curious to hear the difference l, however subtle, between my stainless mat and the Micro Seiki. I recall seeing the TTM mat in your system pics @albertporter - what was your impression? And have you tried the Micro in comparison? Thanks! |
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