Newbie here...but as I said in my intro post, not new to audio!
Right now I'm using a Forsell table with Simiko Celebration cartridge. The motor started making a lot of noise, so I bought a VPI TNT 5 with flywheel and SDS speed control. I am using the motor and speed control on the Forsell now. Love that Simiko!
I am looking at building my last table using the VPI plinth, air bladder suspension, and the "tri-pulley"...I like the idea of removing the side load from the platter bushing! Arm and platter/bear type TBD.
Also have a classic Micro Seiki "full choice" with the 2" brass vacuum platter sitting In my room...but that's not mine, just storing it for a friend.
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I feel your pain. The 1219 in my pic above, using the start/stop lever is asking for trouble. Plays fine in manual mode, auto return functions perfectly. I'm having issues with the contacts in the headshell, too. At least that's relatively easy to fix.I have 4 Dual TT's that don't work. The manual 502 has the double speed motor issue and none of the auto functions work on the other 3.
I have some vintage classic pieces and was wondering what they might be worth and where would be the best place to post them.
Dual 1229 and kenwood kd550.
What's your favorite turntable (sonically) out of those three? I'm looking at buying a Music Hall mmf 2.3 new, but I've also had people tell me I should go with a Technics sl 1200 or 1210Project One (1991 original)
Music Hall mmf 2.3
Tech 1210MKII
I'd say the Music Hall holds a slight edge over the Tech 12 if for no other reason than the wonderful tone arm on the 2.3. The Tech can be made to sing but you really need to use the right cartridge.I'm using a Grado Gold on the Tech 12 and the compliance factor is just right. Never had much luck with the OM Ortofons. I use a vintage Ortofon F15E on the lighter arm of the Music Hall. The old Project One has an ancient Signet TK7E mounted to it but is currently sitting idle. Ran out of systems to plug it in to!What's your favorite turntable (sonically) out of those three? I'm looking at buying a Music Hall mmf 2.3 new, but I've also had people tell me I should go with a Technics sl 1200 or 1210