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How good is the Artisan Fidelity Lenco 75??

Hello- I have a friend who is selling his Artisan Fidelity Lenco 75 with the Origin Live Conqueror MK3 tone arm??- Is this considered a good table/ arm combo - Getting back into vinyl and he highly rec. this unit- If I do get it what cart. used in the $2k range would you rec. for it
He also has a Joule-Electra OPS-1 with sep power supply he is selling- Is that a good phono pre-
thanks so much for the advice-
bopper
wawa2020
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6k is way too much. You can get the PTP Lenco for half the price - google it - its well reviewed and currently in Stereophles Class A turntable list. I have no relationship with PTP.

I do own a slate plinth L75 Lenco I rebuilt with the PTP top plate. Its a great sounding turntable and has proven to be very reliable and low maintenance in the five years I have been using it.
brf
1,715 posts
 
IMO, $6000 for a Artisan Fidelity Lenco 75 with the Origin Live Conqueror MK3 tonearm is a fair asking price.  Artisan Fidelity tables are works of art and there is a premium price associated with that level of fit and finish. 
bopper OP
14 posts
 
guys thanks- I think I am going to get it- So what cart. in the used $2000 area would you rec.- also what about the Joule Electra OPS-1 is that a good phono stage - thanks
lewm
12,560 posts
 
My favorite LOMC is the ZYX UNIverse in any of its many versions.  I think you can buy a low mileage UNIverse II for around $2K to $3K.  But I also like many vintage MM and MI cartridges that cost quite a bit less.  I am currently running an Audio Technica ART7 on my Lenco.  Love that too, and it's a bit less than $1000, brand new.

Good for you on your decision.  I'm sure you'll be happy.
lewm
12,560 posts
 
Sorry.  I am not directly familiar with the Joule OPS-1, but I have great respect for the designer.  And it has a good rep.  You might easily check on the value by searching for others that are for sale on the internet.  That's what I would do before asking us here.
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