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Teres, Galibier and Redpoint

After a lot of research deciding whether I should upgrade the motor on my Avid Volvare or my cartridge I have now decided that upgrading my transport is the way to go. I don't have to worry about motor compatability problems and I can always upgrade my cartridge at a later date. Being that I nearly always prefer pursueing the small company, and that the unsuspended route seems right, the three shops above have really caught my interest.

The Teres 320 or 340, Galibier Gavia and Redpoint Model A all cost about the same. But the same problem arises, I don't have an opportunity to hear and compare them and unless it's on my system, it doesn't really matter. I in no way mean to insult Chris, Thom or Peter, but what seperates these three tables in term of sonics? I say this only because they are contributors to this forum. Anyone have any opinions?

My arm is a Tri-Planar VII. Phonostage a Thor. Art Audio SET amps. Systrum rack. Thanks for your input. Richard
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xagwell
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Yeah this is a great thrtead and I hope I,m not too late to get some advice as well. I have been researchinmg what table to purchase after my LP-12. I listen to jazz 90%. I too will make a purchase to some extent influenced by the Agon community because it is difficult to audition tables. So far my research has drawn me to Avid, Brinkman, and Galibier. So can someone attempt to help me understand the sonics of these choices. I truly enjoyed my Linn sound, but I am now being drawn to a more neutral/open sound, I have Magies so they will reveal everything. I love the big soundstage with slam as well.
I am interested in the Tri-Planar/SME V arms. I also am curious about the Zyx/Shelter carts in this new system. P.S. My phono stage is an ARC-PH3, but the Rhea is being auditioned as I write this. Thoughts?
xagwell
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Thanks for your feedback. As usual this community really cares and is encouraging when one is attempting to ascend the equipment ladder. SO you may be shocked by the following: As you know I am currently auditioning a Rhea. Just for kicks I un-packed my old JVC 301 amp (with built in equalizer) and Yamaha P 320 TT with a Grado Black. For those who don't know this equipment is approx 28 yrs old. This was my first equipment post undergrad. I also had a pair of Graphyx SP-10 speakers. anyway using the Rhea I A/B the LP-12/Glider and Yamaha/Grado Black. I also A/B the LS-15 and JVC. Folks, truly the JVC/Yamaha, on one hand was fantastically better than I ever remembered, and on the other hand something I can never return to because I have become a critical listener. Given the sound of the JVC/Yamaha there is no way I would spend what I spend now on this stuff. That stated people in general are not critical listeners, and this is one of the biggest challenges to high end audio. So let's go forth and infect peolple with our passion for the music, and the prices will go down for all of us. I will now surrender the podium.
xagwell
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Thanks Rwd. I noticed a more forward presentation/increase soundstage out of the box. Critical listenibg won't occur for approx 100 hours/this Tues. I still think it would be wise to purchase the TT/Arm/Cart 1st, live with PH-3 for a bit, then by the Rhea. A dealer said that the Io is in a completely different league. He says it even betters the ARC Ref Phono stage. Hmmmm?
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