turntable prices

[markc2]

I was curious as to what people think a high price for a turntable is.

After seeing pre's that cost $$$$$.00 and amps that cost at least that much, I was curious as to the perceived value of a turntable and it's relative cost. I would like to include the price of an Arm and pickup in the total cost of the turntable.

Mark

[markc2]

In my turntable, most of the cost is reflected in the pickup. :confused-13:

Mark

[PHC1]

This would depend on your budget and how serious you are about analog.

[markc2]

Originally Posted by PHC1

This would depend on your budget and how serious you are about analog.

true.

I was curious as to see how people viewed vinyl. Digital, to me gets a lot of money put in it's direction and so does vinyl , to try and get the most out of the "magic silver disc's" and I was curious to see what people might be thinking it might take to get the magic out of the "good olde groove"..

[PHC1]

Originally Posted by markc2

true.

I was curious as to see how people viewed vinyl. Digital, to me gets a lot of money put in it's direction, to try and get the most out of the magic silver disc's and I was curious to see what people might be thinking to get the magic out of the "good olde groove"..

Some fall in love with analog and then their budget is the only limit, others try and never go far with it. I'm working my way up one step at a time not to get too far ahead too fast. I guess the fact that I am already thinking of upgrading my table/arm/cart means I really like it.

[markc2]

Originally Posted by PHC1

Some fall in love with analog and then their budget is the only limit, others try and never go far with it. I'm working my way up one step at a time not to get too far ahead too fast. I guess the fact that I am already thinking of upgrading my table/arm/cart means I really like it.

I've heard the term vinyl resurgence and for some vinyl never left. Right now I am lucky I have a fair amount of room for records, but it never seemed to bother college dorm kids back in the day.

For me it was I could either have 2 ok systems in digital and vinyl, or just one good one. Plus the fact I listen to a lot of older jazz and classical, with all of the records out there and good prices, and the fun of the "hunt". It's just more fun for me.

Good luck on the possible upgrade

[KMC45]

I'm past the $14,000 already with what I have, but the limit would be a SME 30/2 to replace my 20/2. I'd keep my Graham Phantom II, get another cartridge and call it a day.

[PHC1]

Originally Posted by markc2

I've heard the term vinyl resurgence and for some vinyl never left. Right now I am lucky I have a fair amount of room for records, but it never seemed to bother college dorm kids back in the day.

For me it was I could either have 2 ok systems in digital and vinyl, or just one good one. Plus the fact I listen to a lot of older jazz and classical, with all of the records out there and good prices, and the fun of the "hunt". It's just more fun for me.

Good luck on the possible upgrade

Thanks. I think I am going with the TW Acustic Raven. I like a slightly darker, denser and weightier presentation and the Raven/Graham Phantom II will give me that paired with the right cartridge. "Denser" meaning the images have more body and presence to them as opposed to a lighter, more diffuse image .

[turntable]

Originally Posted by PHC1

Thanks. I think I am going with the TW Acustic Raven. I like a slightly darker, denser and weightier presentation and the Raven/Graham Phantom II will give me that paired with the right cartridge. "Denser" meaning the images have more body and presence to them as opposed to a lighter, more diffuse image .

Well Serge, I think you know i will totally agree you choice on this one. Make sure you get a 2nd armboard so you can buy a Ortofon tonearm or similar with detachable headshell.
This way you can maintain your reference on the Phantom and play around and have fun with the other arm.

cheers

[markc2]

Originally Posted by turntable

Well Serge, I think you know i will totally agree you choice on this one. Make sure you get a 2nd armboard so you can buy a Ortofon tonearm or similar with detachable headshell.
This way you can maintain your reference on the Phantom and play around and have fun with the other arm.

cheers

so that very demure but significant twac3 in your tag line, is that what I think it is????

if so, I've only read one or two reviews, and was curious as to what you might think of it..? besides the fact that you bought one....

Mark