Recent content by ConcreteFloater

That was my current thinking. Worst case, if I wanted to sell it on I'm sure I wouldn't loose out too badly.

Thanks for your thoughts. Initially what I was trying to ask was is the Thorens TD-309 'worth' £500 more than the Rega RP3/Elys2 (at RRP)? Actually what I should have asked was: If I have £500 to spend on a turntable should I get the Rega RP3/Elys2 for £550 new or the Thorens TD-309 for...

Good point! :doh: The Thorens TD-309 for £500.

Thanks for the quick reply cheby. I ask though because I have the opportunity to get one for £500 (no cartridge). Does that change your thoughts? CF

Hello. Has anyone had the pleasure of hearing both the Thorens TD-309 and the Rega RP3/Elys2? I was wandering if the extra £500 ish for the Thorens is justifiable and how they compare. Thanks in advance. CF

Now there's some hearty bedtime reading! Thanks again. CF

I imagine it won't be! :O I imagine it will be! :grin: Oooooooooooooh!!! 8) Thank you all for your thoughts... Time to audition more confused than ever! :rofl:

Actually, it really is the fun that I'm looking for! Research, auditioning, comparing, reconsidering and looking for 'the one' is a lot of fun. I bought my current setup for both AV and music. It certainly does the job I hoped for with 5.1, it's fantastic. However, after a couple of years, I...

I agree that " there is absolutely no reason why a well designed AV amplifier cannot match a well designed stereo only amplifier" however, are you really suggesting that my current £1500 AV amp will compare to a >£2000 Class A stereo amp?! My Pioneer is great with music, but I know I can get...

I utterly agree, and I'm very aware of the problem! However it is hard not to have preconceptions when prospecting... Our lives would be a lot easier if HiFi shops should take the same approach as fancy restaurants with their 'ladies'' menu; no prices on display, just choose what's to your taste...

It's an interesting notion Cno; "good cheaper speakers driven really well, sound better than more expensive speakers driven moderately". I definitely curious to try a good variety against the lovely Rega that I'm listening to at the moment. Drummerman, I'm definitely going to take my time with...

Oh no, even more choice, but some really interesting suggestions. After some quick research the Lavardin IS sounds incredible! I love the fact that it seems to be consistently described as musical and clean; exactly the sound I'm after. Admittedly, it is towards the top end of what I imagined...

Hello all. I have an upgrade craving driven by a desire to dust off my vinyl and get a turntable! I have a pair of Tannoy Revolution Signature DC6Ts in my 5.1 AV setup and have decided to improve my stereo sound by adding a dedicated integrated stereo amp to the AV receiver's Pre Outs. As...

I horrify myself at how easily I justify allowing my budget to grow the more a read and listen! My problem, like many I'm sure, is that once I've heard 'incredible' it's extremely difficult to live with 'very good'. I therefore have absolutely no intention of listening to the Akurate! An...

All very useful replies. Thank you. I will definitely do my best to have a listen at home. The beast way to be certain I know. Neuphonix, I have both a NAS and a wired connection ready to go, but you have an interesting point about how to organise it all. I have to admit though, I'm starting...