No longer a secret, and the answer is in my avatar. Classic Direct with 12" Fatboy unipivot/dualpivot. I had to make the decision between the HW40 and the Classic Direct. I just think Harry got it right with the Classic Direct, and cosmetically I really like the rosewood all the way around the table. And gimbal arm is the option on the first 400 HW40's.
Don't get me wrong, the HW40 is a beautiful turntable with all kinds of great tech. Love them both!
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Analog: VPI Classic Direct (12" Fatboy) with Ortofon A95 cartridge; Ortofon ST-80SE Transformer; McIntosh C2500.
Digital: SilenZio Gen 3 High Performance Media Server; Esoteric K-03X.
Supporting System: McIntosh MX122 A/V Center; MC205 Amplifier; Bryston 14bSST2 Amplifier; PS Audio P10 Power Reconditioner; Revel Salon 2 Mains; Revel Voice 2 CC; JL Audio f113v2 (2); JL Audio CR-1 Crossover; Focal IC1002 Surrounds
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