Angsty
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Have there been reports about PLX reliability issues? I’d expect it to easily run for 20 years.
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Slimwhit33
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Absolutely no issues that I’m aware of. Sorry if I intimated that. But unlike the 1200’s there also haven’t been any around for 20, 30 even 40 years… I’m sure they’ll both last for a long time.
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Some early examples had loose arm bearings. Mine did. Easily rectified though.
debianlinux
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Feeling like a hipster now with my years old 1210GR.
wmeugene
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I installed the KAB Damper on my Technics and I could instantly tell the difference. I had been having some skips and they played through after installing the damper. I had been playing around with settings and this thing has just tamed a very loose feeling tonearm. Looking forward to more plays.
mike70
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I'm using the lp gear ultimate headshell (a jelco hs-50) and i need to use a thicker mat to have the same vta setting as the original Technics headshell.
Someone knows about a headshell with the same "height" as the original Technics?
Someone knows about a headshell with the same "height" as the original Technics?
Angsty
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Why not simply change the height at the base of the tonearm?
mike70
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well, my technics SL-Q2 does not have that functionality
Slimwhit33
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Might these also work?
Delrin Headshell Cartridge Spacers non-magnetic non-inductive turntable VTA Kit | eBay
Two (2) Non-magnetic M2.5 - 12mm nylon screws. Two (2) Non-magnetic M2.5 - 20mm nylon [extra long] screws. Two (2) Non-magnetic M2.5 nylon washers.
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mike70
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Might these also work?
Delrin Headshell Cartridge Spacers non-magnetic non-inductive turntable VTA Kit | eBay
Two (2) Non-magnetic M2.5 - 12mm nylon screws. Two (2) Non-magnetic M2.5 - 20mm nylon [extra long] screws. Two (2) Non-magnetic M2.5 nylon washers.www.ebay.com
Yes, shims can work ... some people says that shims can affect the cartridge / headshell interaction ... I really don't know. That's why I'm trying to use a "similar" headshell in size.
The new Technics headshells are totally overpriced ... in the same price tag you can get a magnesium jelco hs-25 (I have one) or a
Yamamoto.
zombie.modernist
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Yeah new Tech headshells are a rip-off, especially considering the poor QC on factory azimuth, the shortened handle, and cheap leads.
If you’re trying to keep it cheap, why not try the Audio Technica AT-HS6? In fact I find the build quality on par, or better than classic MK2 Technics headshells, so the only thing cheap is the price. Height is approximately similar to the classic Technics. I use one on my SL-1700 with its stock mat, and I’d say VTA is within tolerance you’d expect from a non adjustable deck.
HayesWeighsIn
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Well, seems I picked the wrong couple of weeks to not check N&G - if anyone else is selling their PLX-1000, get in touch! I’m in the market for my second setup, finally!
Slimwhit33
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Had the Hana on the 1210 for a couple weeks and absolutely loved it. Been dying to try the Shure V15III w/Jico SAS so swapped it in.
Updates on all my cart adventures to follow.
Updates on all my cart adventures to follow.
zombie.modernist
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Nice, I’ve been pretty boring with my cart selection but I like to switch in some different ones in my collection epsically for beater records. I did upgrade to the LH11H headshell, not sure if that was much of an upgrade with my VM95ML but I appreciate the azimuth and overhang adjustments and it looks cool. As an added bonus I now have the counter-weight very close to the pivot thanks to the aux weight. Again, not sure it really matters but I’m just having fun at this point.
JohnnyCashFan
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Grado has 1200 GR (and 1500C) in stock if anyone happens to be looking. fyi
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Technics Grand Class SL-1210GR
Launched in 2016, the SL-1200G combined Technics‘ traditional analogue technology and advanced digital technology, while redesigning parts throughout. Its outstanding performance literally rocked the hi-fi market and redefined the reference for direct-drive turntables. Parts that were inherited...
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JohnnyCashFan
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I don’t have the G yet. Still waiting for stock from MD.
That said I’m beyond impressed with the GR. Either that or the G could (and likely will be) my last turntable.
JohnnyCashFan
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Is there one or two attributes that stand out most from going to Direct Drive ? Bass impact, drive, for ie ?
More detail without being analytical.
Much better soundstage.
More natural presentation overall.
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