I have a 1200 MK2 that I purchased new in 2005. I would consider my system as better than big box store but certainly not up to the lofty standards of most systems discussed here.
In my estimation, the old 1200 MK series have a well-deserved reputation for being virtually bullet proof and hitting a great price/performance target, Mine has proven to be totally reliable for twenty years now. Can one do better? Certainly. But it fills my needs as for as performance. Dead quiet, inaudible wow/flutter and rock steady speed control.