novisnick
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Post by novisnick on May 7, 2019 20:52:19 GMT -5
I started giving them to friends that would use them! ❤️ Share the passion I say! I can vouch for this.. I have the Technics TT pictured at the the top. I've since bought a Rega and contemplating using that Technics as a dedicated mono TT... Or with permission from the previous owner, gifting it to someone needing a first TT. Please, with my warmest wishes, a gift should always be gifted forward if you no longer have a use for it. Toy story was real! They all need to be played with!
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Post by DavidR on May 7, 2019 21:08:17 GMT -5
Why OH Why do they tempt me so! RP8 for 33% off! Somebody please intervene! 🤔 Technical Specifications Tonearm: Rega RB808 Speeds: electronic 33/45 External TTPSU power supply 24V AC twin phase motor Skeletal plinth with polyolefin foam core Triple layer flywheel effect platter Magnesium and phenolic bracing Size HxWxD inc plinth: 120 x 450 x 365mm Weight: 6.3kg
NO SPECS ON RUMBLE OR WOW AND FLUTTER NOR SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO ON ANY OF THEIR MODELS. That should tell you to stay away.
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Post by novisnick on May 7, 2019 21:27:07 GMT -5
Why OH Why do they tempt me so! RP8 for 33% off! Somebody please intervene! 🤔 Technical Specifications Tonearm: Rega RB808 Speeds: electronic 33/45 External TTPSU power supply 24V AC twin phase motor Skeletal plinth with polyolefin foam core Triple layer flywheel effect platter Magnesium and phenolic bracing Size HxWxD inc plinth: 120 x 450 x 365mm Weight: 6.3kg
NO SPECS ON RUMBLE OR WOW AND FLUTTER NOR SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO ON ANY OF THEIR MODELS. That should tell you to stay away.
Ha! Perhaps, until you’ve owned a Rega! Then all that falls away! YMMV the WOW is when you hear it! The rumble is in the lower bass notes! The flutter is in my stomach and it tickles! Ratios are math! I don’t do math when I spin vinyl!
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Post by DavidR on May 7, 2019 21:42:09 GMT -5
You asked for someone to intervene. I did. I pointed out the key areas for turntable performance are missing. I won't be owning a Rega. I'm happy with the performance and sound of my TT. My favorite cartridge is an NOS Acutex 412STR - covers the full range very well.
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Post by novisnick on May 7, 2019 22:10:15 GMT -5
You asked for someone to intervene. I did. I pointed out the key areas for turntable performance are missing. I won't be owning a Rega. I'm happy with the performance and sound of my TT. My favorite cartridge is an NOS Acutex 412STR - covers the full range very well. Thanks buddy!
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Post by 26gary26 on May 7, 2019 23:11:49 GMT -5
Oh! Oh! Sounds like you and Jack might get to turntable heaven. LOL
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Post by brubacca on May 8, 2019 6:36:01 GMT -5
I'm really trying to be the voice of reason here....
So I'll say it... don't give in to the dark side. Just get a new cart on your existing RP6.... get the Groovetracer Subplatter and hell splurge on the Groovetracer Delrin platter. All three of thise will set you back about what the RP8 costs.
Once you get the RP8 you still need a new cartridge...
All this being said from my point of view with my biases fully in place..
Good luck in what you choose.
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Post by dsonyay on May 8, 2019 7:16:29 GMT -5
Why OH Why do they tempt me so! RP8 for 33% off! Somebody please intervene! 🤔 Technical Specifications Tonearm: Rega RB808 Speeds: electronic 33/45 External TTPSU power supply 24V AC twin phase motor Skeletal plinth with polyolefin foam core Triple layer flywheel effect platter Magnesium and phenolic bracing Size HxWxD inc plinth: 120 x 450 x 365mm Weight: 6.3kg
NO SPECS ON RUMBLE OR WOW AND FLUTTER NOR SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO ON ANY OF THEIR MODELS. That should tell you to stay away.
I have a Rega P2 and Ive seen tests of ot at about .04 Wow-Flutter. Gonna look for link.. but mine is very silent. And it's not one of the expensive ones.
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Post by dsonyay on May 8, 2019 7:21:25 GMT -5
Here was a report I found on the Planar 2
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Post by dsonyay on May 8, 2019 7:29:10 GMT -5
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Post by brubacca on May 8, 2019 16:16:36 GMT -5
So what is your latest thought?
I think I'm going to get a Hana EH for my P2. I've never owned a good cart and ir seems to pass the smell test.
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Post by novisnick on May 8, 2019 18:20:35 GMT -5
So what is your latest thought? I think I'm going to get a Hana EH for my P2. I've never owned a good cart and ir seems to pass the smell test. A good cartridge is a great improvement over a stock one! Never thought id spend $700 for one but that what the Exact II was when introduced. Wow! Made specifically for the Rega RP 6 but works on the others from what I’m told.
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Post by novisnick on May 8, 2019 18:25:39 GMT -5
So, tonearm upgrade to the RB880 ? = same $ as cartridge upgrade?
RP 8 or P8 both come without a cartridge! Much more $$ 2X to $$ 4X
Save my money, purchase last years model?
Be happy and enjoy the RP 6 w Exact II
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