Which TT is right for me? - Blu-ray Forum

rded · 01-13-2009, 05:12 PM

Hi All,

I have been reading your input on vinyl and turntables fo a while now. I got the approval from the wife to get a really good TT(hopefully in 2-3 months). This will be my 1st TT

I am currently waiting on the Arcam AVR 600 so after I recover financially then I'll get a TT. At this point I could safely say that 2k is the budget I have in mind. I've heard the Avid divaII and the Michell Gyro SE(way above my budget). I am gravitating toward the Michell as it sounds just as good as it looks. I'm thinking simaudio LP3 for phono stage.
Are there anyother any other TTs I should be looking into? I know somebody here owns a VPI scout and thats the one I wanna audition next.

Cheers!

Rhett

Johnny Vinyl · 01-13-2009, 05:27 PM

Hi Rhett!

Congrats on your decision to get a TT! There is nothing in this world that compares to the "vinyl" sound. And that is a pretty decent budget as well for a first-timer. Is your budget flexible at all and does it include both the TT and Phone Stage?

Some brands for consideration that come to mind are Pro-ject, Sota, Music Hall, Rega and you might even be able to score an entry-level VPI.

Have you perused websites from Acoustic Sounds, Music Direct, Elusive Disc, etc? You'll get a good feel for what's out there in your price range.

John

Johnny Vinyl · 01-13-2009, 05:31 PM

For the record.....don't look at my TT...it's 20-yrs old and they don't make them any longer. Also, it wouldn't compare it to what you're considering, as they are much better.

Actually, REVOLVER does have a new TT out called the REPLAY, but it lists for $3,500 USD.

John

rded · 01-13-2009, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by John72953

Hi Rhett!

Congrats on your decision to get a TT! There is nothing in this world that compares to the "vinyl" sound. And that is a pretty decent budget as well for a first-timer. Is your budget flexible at all and does it include both the TT and Phone Stage?

Some brands for consideration that come to mind are Pro-ject, Sota, Music Hall, Rega and you might even be able to score an entry-level VPI.

Have you perused websites from Acoustic Sounds, Music Direct, Elusive Disc, etc? You'll get a good feel for what's out there in your price range.

John

The budget is definitely flexible- I know I'll be up 3k when its all said and done(TT, cables, phono stage and cartidge). I have actually surfed and actually went to music direct's physical warehouse. They're very helpful and are willing to do package deals

. I've actally heard the Rega P1 months ago and have been impressed so I wonder how the higher end one's will sound?. The Project xpression or RM 5.1 were actaully the 1st ones I auditioned. Its just that nobody in Chicago has the higher-end project tables for demo.
John, I prefer not to shop online for TTs as I can't physically touch and audition them-I'm old school like that

I'll definitely be auditiong the VPIs,Regas and thorens next. I'll keep in mind the other brands you mentioned as well.
What are your thoughts on the GYRO SE and VPI?

dobyblue · 01-13-2009, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by rded

I've actally heard the Rega P1 months ago and have been impressed so I wonder how the higher end one's will sound?

I can tell you that the difference between the P1 and P3 is extremely noticeable right off the bat. Silibance of voices and percussion is immediately more open and analog sounding versus the P1.

Johnny Vinyl · 01-13-2009, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by dobyblue

I can tell you that the difference between the P1 and P3 is extremely noticeable right off the bat. Silibance of voices and percussion is immediately more open and analog sounding versus the P1.

The REGA is a nice TT for sure. Tell me something...I was at a Linn Dealer in St.Catherines some years ago. Are they still around? Do they have other TT's as well?

dobyblue · 01-13-2009, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by John72953

I did consider a really good deal some months ago from CanuckAudiomart, but I was wisely steered away.

I found a good deal on Canuck Audio Mart...and the ad was from a dealer in Hamilton, Locke Street Audio. He deals in Rega, Arcam and some really nice German loudspeakers whose name escapes me. I was able to go to his place and check out the TT's I was interested in and got a great deal on the Goldring GR-2. I wasn't interested much in buying online, but you can find some good local classifieds that way.

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Originally Posted by John72953

The REGA is a nice TT for sure. Tell me something...I was at a Linn Dealer in St.Catherines some years ago. Are they still around? Do they have other TT's as well?

I think you're talking about Better Music. There's no longer a storefront, the guy (Gary) does everything online now and in home visits and he still deals with Linn, Rega, Nad, Runco and Morduant Short.

http://www.bettermusic.ca/Welcome%20...r%20Music.html

Johnny Vinyl · 01-13-2009, 07:25 PM

I can't comment on the GYRO as I've never seen it here in Canada, but I've listened to various models of VPI. In fact, I'm planning on buying a new TT this year as well. My dream is to get an Oracle Delphi V, but that is way out of my budget.

The 2 TT's I'm seriously considering are the VPI Aries 3 and the Pro-ject RPM 10, although I may have to set my sights slighly lower...we'll have to see. I had orginally planned a budget of $5,000 (including a phone stage), but I don't think I'll achieve that within those parameters. So I still have some thinking and planning to do.

I would love to audition the GYRO, but like you I won't buy a TT online. I did consider a really good deal some months ago from CanuckAudiomart, but I was wisely steered away.

Like you, I have many more questions before my final decision and will hold off a bit (purchase won't happen until the second half of this year). If you want, you can have a look at the thread I started some months ago about my plans that I called my 2-Channel Audio Wishlist.

rded · 01-14-2009, 02:52 AM

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Originally Posted by John72953

The 2 TT's I'm seriously considering are the VPI Aries 3 and the Pro-ject RPM 10, although I may have to set my sights slighly lower...we'll have to see. I had orginally planned a budget of $5,000 (including a phone stage), but I don't think I'll achieve that within those parameters. So I still have some thinking and planning to do.

From reading the brochure on the VPIs, it seems like the Aries 3 is way better than the Project RPM10 but also costs more. With my budget, I am in the ballpark of the scoutmaster or if I stretch it the Aries 3. I have to go to music direct to listen to these two if they have it. One thing with VPIs is that these are also upgradable. Have you considered coming to the states and buying the TT here. With the strong canadian $ your trip should be worth while

Johnny Vinyl · 01-15-2009, 12:15 AM

I'd have to try and bring it across the border without getting nabbed for duties and taxes. VPI won't ship to Canada (nor will allow their US resellers to do so...as far as I know). The other thing is...warrenty issues. For that kind of money I want access to a full warrenty.

The think I like about VPI is exactly what you said...easily upgradable. I like that.

01-13-2009, 05:12 PM	#1
rded Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2008 Location:555 Naim Street Blu-ray collection:254 Trading Score:1	Which TT is right for me? Hi All, I have been reading your input on vinyl and turntables fo a while now. I got the approval from the wife to get a really good TT(hopefully in 2-3 months). This will be my 1st TT I am currently waiting on the Arcam AVR 600 so after I recover financially then I'll get a TT. At this point I could safely say that 2k is the budget I have in mind. I've heard the Avid divaII and the Michell Gyro SE(way above my budget). I am gravitating toward the Michell as it sounds just as good as it looks. I'm thinking simaudio LP3 for phono stage. Are there anyother any other TTs I should be looking into? I know somebody here owns a VPI scout and thats the one I wanna audition next. Cheers! Rhett

01-13-2009, 05:27 PM	#2
Johnny Vinyl Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:At the crossroad of Analogue Dr & 2CH Ave Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:205 DVD collection:7 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:8	Hi Rhett! Congrats on your decision to get a TT! There is nothing in this world that compares to the "vinyl" sound. And that is a pretty decent budget as well for a first-timer. Is your budget flexible at all and does it include both the TT and Phone Stage? Some brands for consideration that come to mind are Pro-ject, Sota, Music Hall, Rega and you might even be able to score an entry-level VPI. Have you perused websites from Acoustic Sounds, Music Direct, Elusive Disc, etc? You'll get a good feel for what's out there in your price range. John

01-13-2009, 05:31 PM	#3
Johnny Vinyl Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:At the crossroad of Analogue Dr & 2CH Ave Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:205 DVD collection:7 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:8	For the record.....don't look at my TT...it's 20-yrs old and they don't make them any longer. Also, it wouldn't compare it to what you're considering, as they are much better. Actually, REVOLVER does have a new TT out called the REPLAY, but it lists for $3,500 USD. John

01-13-2009, 07:25 PM	#8
Johnny Vinyl Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:At the crossroad of Analogue Dr & 2CH Ave Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:205 DVD collection:7 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:8	I can't comment on the GYRO as I've never seen it here in Canada, but I've listened to various models of VPI. In fact, I'm planning on buying a new TT this year as well. My dream is to get an Oracle Delphi V, but that is way out of my budget. The 2 TT's I'm seriously considering are the VPI Aries 3 and the Pro-ject RPM 10, although I may have to set my sights slighly lower...we'll have to see. I had orginally planned a budget of $5,000 (including a phone stage), but I don't think I'll achieve that within those parameters. So I still have some thinking and planning to do. I would love to audition the GYRO, but like you I won't buy a TT online. I did consider a really good deal some months ago from CanuckAudiomart, but I was wisely steered away. Like you, I have many more questions before my final decision and will hold off a bit (purchase won't happen until the second half of this year). If you want, you can have a look at the thread I started some months ago about my plans that I called my 2-Channel Audio Wishlist.

01-15-2009, 12:15 AM	#10
Johnny Vinyl Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:At the crossroad of Analogue Dr & 2CH Ave Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:205 DVD collection:7 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:8	I'd have to try and bring it across the border without getting nabbed for duties and taxes. VPI won't ship to Canada (nor will allow their US resellers to do so...as far as I know). The other thing is...warrenty issues. For that kind of money I want access to a full warrenty. The think I like about VPI is exactly what you said...easily upgradable. I like that.

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