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TECHNICS SL1200 MKII.......THE REAL FACTS
Hiho,So glad we live in a free country where we are able express ourselves without being ostracized. If you read well, I am not criticising Direct Drive TTs, just summarising what thousands of music lovers have reported/experienced so far. I simpl... 
TECHNICS SL1200 MKII.......THE REAL FACTS
I owned a heavily modified SL1200 MKII:Jelco SA-750d armFunk AchromatMapleshade threaded brass footersKAB-PS outboard power supply KAB-strobe disablerClearaudio headshell leadsNot bad at all and lived happily with it for a few years. The REAL FACT... 
Buy? Used NAD 533 with RB250 and Goldring Elektra
Brand new Pro-ject Debut Carbon witn 2M Red is a much better buy. 
Possible Upgrade Advice
Latest model DV P-75 MK3 sells for $895.00 and matches really well with DV carts and this one supports 1mV MM/MC carts. Improvements over MK1 and MK2 models include: •Multi-layer printed circuit board for even lower noise•New output amplifier for ... 
Pro-Ject turntables
Yep! It all boils down to taste and synergy!Long live vinyl!Best regards, 
Beginner Turntable
Exactly what I meant, thanks you Lowrider57. 
Beginner Turntable
Yes, grado carts match well with classical music.Yes, Project Carbon will sound "better" than all others described with phono preamp built in.That said, the difference in your mini system won't be audible or may be subtle at best. Don't overspend ... 
Pro-Ject turntables
The WOW is a "steal" at the selling price of $1,995.00 with a Rega 202 included. As I said, I'm a BIG fan of Rega products and, IMHO, Rega tonearms are amazing when you take price/performance into consideration:The base is constructed of a MDF and... 
Has anyone heard the new Rega RP10?
Your vision of the design is correct. Good luck and happy listening! 
Has anyone heard the new Rega RP10?
Theo,1 1/2 inches deep should be good enough although mine is 4 inches deep with 3 inches of sand. I reviewed the following websites before I constructed mine:www.cognitivevent.com/sandbox.htmlaudiokarma.org (cheap, easy yet effective DIY sandbox ... 
Beginner Turntable
Go with either the AT-AP120 or MH USB-1 with a better cart like the AT95E, save the money to buy lots of LPs, and enjoy!That way you can also enjoy meat and alcohol, not only for the next month, but for years to come!Your well reviewed Denon mini ... 
Has anyone heard the new Rega RP10?
Sandbox Theo. If you value pacing, quietness, and effortless tracking in your new table, you will be astounded by how much more quieter black background, taut, tuneful bass and overall eerie qualities you will be able to get with the addition of a... 
Pro-Ject turntables
I'm a BIG fan of Rega tables and I cannot recommend the RP8 enough for $3,000.00 but I will throw in 3 other extremely reliable and well built brands/tables just for fun:Acoustic Signature WOW for $1,600.00 w/out arm.Well Tempered Amadeus for $2,8... 
Pro-Ject turntables
Dear Notec,The Orbit IS an ENTRY LEVEL TT that sells for $179.00To quote you "Hi Fi entry level TT's are a pure waste of money"I don't quite understand your reasoning Sir! 
Beginner Turntable
You will need to buy a TT with a built in phono preamp to use with your Denon mini system.These all come with a built in phono preamp and a pre-installed cart for easy set-up, plug and play capabilities:$100.00 Audio Technica AT PL60$150.00 Denon ...