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Yamaha GT-2000 from Japan or local TD-125?

(Cross posted)

Im wondering if anyone has ordered one off Ebay.  The Japanese websites seem pretty legit. I’m really sold on these, I’d say it’s my dream table for now.

 

Also have a chance to pick up a fully serviced Thorens TD-125 with an SME 3009 locally.  Arm was rewired, but have not been quoted a price since the seller wants to wait until the work is complete.  I’m guessing around the same as  GT2000, likely low to mid 1k’s

 

Any constructive thoughts are much appreciated.

brecchi

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dekay
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Which 3009 arm?

The lower mass versions limit cartridge selection.

The higher mass versions have a detachable head shell and the EM is approx. 9.5 grams for the "improved" and 12.5 grams for the non-improved.

The lower mass "fixed" head shell versions range (EM) from around 5-7.5 grams.

 

DeKay

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dekay
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"SME 3009 II, non-improved. Removable head shell"

That's what I have been using for the past 20+ years and it is a good arm in stock form, but better internal wiring is a plus.

Not familiar with the GT-2000.

 

DeKay

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