Thanks for the responses all. I have really enjoyed my RP6, so I guess I could be said to enjoy the Rega "House Sound," but honestly haven't listened to a lot of analog rigs. If I'd be willing to upgrade to the Planar 8, what other turntables are out there in the same price range that might be good alternatives?
What's the best bang for my bucks on RP6 upgrade?
My Dynavector 20X2L lost its stylus due to a rogue cleaning person, and I’m crying because this is the second time it’s happened. I have upgraded my phono pre from Heed Quasar to PS Audio Stellar since I purchased this cartridge, so now have a more resolving set-up that might reward an upgrade. The RP6 is 9 years old and in great shape.
Relevant system details: Line Magnetic 518IA, Merlin Monitors, Auditorium 23 cables
Now need to decide how to spend my money:
1. Get a used ____________ cartridge (suggestions please) for under $1250 to cut my losses and in case my cleaning people destroy this one too.
2. Just get a replacement 20X2L. I know I like it. I think I’d get a bit of a discount since I already have the cartridge-- dyna may offer an upgrade/retip option? $1000-$1250
2. Upgrade Cartridge. Dealer suggests Hana Umami Blue and I’m pretty committed to buying from them. Would this cartridge be overkill on an RP6?
$2500
3. Get a new P8 with Ania Pro for $4150, sell the RP6 for $1129 (current agon ad), net cost $3020.
4. Get a used _________ with _____________ cart (suggestions please) for $____________, sell the RP6 for $1129, net cost $_____________.
Thanks in advance.
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