ericsch

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Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@tzh21y I haven't set up my table yet, waiting for a couple of cables to arrive. May I ask what alignment geometry you are using on your table?  
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@jbhiller  Got my 1200 G today. I should have it up and running in the next few days.              
Standout track on an album
Check out "Side of the Road" from her 1988 self titled album. Great lyrics, she is an under rated song writer. I love Lucinda, seen her in concert twice. Her last two albums are a little dark.  
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@jsCoincidence, I will be using a Morrow PH4 that I have in my stash. I'll check out the Shunyata. Thanks.   
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@jsm71  What phono cable are you getting for your Technics?  
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
My 1200G is on order. Should be here in 2 to 3 weeks.  
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@jsm71 BTW, why the replacement head shell? What are the advantages?  Azimuth adjustment? 
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@jsm71 Congratulations on getting your new TT and thanks for your comments. Your cartridge choices are awesome. For my budget, I will probably start with a Hana SL. I  also have the Exact 2 on my current table with very low hours. Although I've be... 
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@opuslab  Interesting, I never thought of the Technics as tractor-like looking, more mid-century to my eye. The Rega certainly is sleek, not as busy looking as the Technics.@pgalvin     Which cartridge are you using?  
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@lancelock , Great to hear that you have reached analog nirvana with your setup. As you probably read in my original post, a Parasound JC3+ is my final upgrade after I get the turntable. 
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
Thanks everyone for your comments, they have been very helpful. @johnnyb53 , I've read both of those reviews, also one in Stereophile.One thing that no one has mentioned is the dreaded Rega hum. My P3-24 suffers from this malady through the TTPSU,... 
CD player for heavy metal up to $400
At your price point, +1 on the NAD. 
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@avanti1960 " consider the VPI prime."Sorry, not a fan of the unipivot arm.@viridian Thanks for your comments, very helpful. 
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@viridian,  Can you elaborate a bit on why you prefer the Rega?  
Rega RP8 or Technics SL1200G
@dvdkitch, Interesting, the Hana SL is on my short list of cartridges if I get the Technics.