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Technics 1200G VS VPI Prime Signature
Bill that's kind of what I have interrupted from reading and listening from different posts. I think you have summed it up nicely... 
Technics 1200 G a Forever Turntable?
ericsch How are you liking that Achromat? i have heard good things in regards to the Achromat.  How does it differentiate from the stock rubber mat? Are you using the stock headshell and what cartridge are you using? I ordered my 1200G, going with... 
Technics 1200G VS VPI Prime Signature
Happy to hear that. Are you happy with the cartridge? I've heard the lighter record weight is a good addition. I'm going to start off with the stock mat. Keep me posted and I'll share my observations when I'm up and running. I won't get my VDH pho... 
Technics 1200G VS VPI Prime Signature
Adirondack was out, but was able to find a new 1200G in CA. 
Technics 1200G VS VPI Prime Signature
Thank You, I'll give them a call in the morning. I appreciate this... 
Technics 1200G VS VPI Prime Signature
HIfi Heaven just called to tell me my 1200G was damaged. Only one in stock. I can find the GAE, I want the 1200G. Help! I need to find one... 
Recommendation for Cartridge for Technics SL-1200G?
BTW, Van Den Hul cartridges work well with the 1200G. DDT2 Special and the upper tier cartridges all work well. I would change the headshell.  
Recommendation for Cartridge for Technics SL-1200G?
I love vtglife's response! Best laugh I had today! Thank you! LOL!!!! 
Technics 1200G VS VPI Prime Signature
Thanks in regards to the fluid damper Chakster... 
Technics 1200G VS VPI Prime Signature
I purchased mine on Monday! Please do report back. Stereo 54 likes the Oracle Acrylic Platter Mat, I've read about Achromat. What cartridge are you going with and have you decided your phono stage? 
Technics 1200G VS VPI Prime Signature
I didn't understand either? 
Technics 1200G VS VPI Prime Signature
Thanks Andy, I'm going Technics 1200G. Too many red flags with VPI. You mentioned damper? can you explain? I know Kevin at KAB, good knowledgeable guy. 
Technics 1200G VS VPI Prime Signature
Stereo54, Thank you! I have had similar feed back in regards to tonearm and always adjusting! I really appreciate your input. are you using the stock headshell? As indicated thinking VDH DDT2 special. What cartridge or cartridges are you using? I ... 
I'm pretty excited about my new room i'm building
Mine is  Western Red Cedar. Trouble with Eastern Cedar the knots seep sap and it will burn you. I have 2 benches, I should have built 3. Wow 12 people! I'm trying to think if I even know 12 people! LOL!  I do 20 min a day, and sometimes go back in... 
I'm pretty excited about my new room i'm building
That's pretty ironic Ray, not everyone has a sauna. Both you and I do! First project after building my log home was a 8'x12' sauna on the back deck. Been using it almost everyday for over 20 years. On my 2nd heater, Swedish made Tylo. BTW, for a s...