What to do...


So, I have a vintage set up running a Garrard 40 mk ii through a McIntosh MA5100 amp to Klipsch Heresy speakers. Also have a Technics 5disc changer going through the same system. I inherited all of the components. The Garrard suffers from the typical mechanical issues of most old Garrards, but works fine manually. I replaced the cartridge/needle with a Shure M44-7. So, now I have the vinyl bug(also inherited about 100revords from the 1920s- the 60's. I have also purchased more of my own(love Dire Straits on vinyl). I have not listened to any higher level systems, so I don't know what I'm missing - so maybe ignorance is bliss? Or, I have been eyeing the Techincs SL-1200, and also saw some similarly prices MH mmf 5's on eBay. First, will the upgrade in table be significantly noticeable only moving up to that level, or should I wait until I have more funds(which could be a loooong time as the wife is not a fan!). And, out of the SL-1200 and MH mmf 5(not 5.1) which would be a better choice? Or do you go with the new MH 2.2 or low end Rega? I've read a lot, but just wondering in the context of my existing system what the best choice is?
Thanks!
skoorb

Showing 1 response by abucktwoeighty

If you're like most of the other folks that are regulars here, you will upgrade to the Technics. Next you will wonder if a better cartridge will make a big difference, so you will get a more expensive MM or maybe skip right to a very good MC cartridge. You will then see that there is a marked difference and decide to get a fairly high priced MC cartridge and be WOWWED! Then comes the upgraded DC motor drive to the next higher priced turntable you get that will really drop your jaw, and then you wonder what do you try next, a new tonearm maybe.....will it ever end...???
If I were you, I'd give any one of the 'tables you listed a try if you can get one for a good price. You can always sell it if you don't like it. You'll never know until you try.