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If nothing else a decent (adjustable) external stage will allow you to cartridge match. Most internal ones don't though some state they 'auto match'. No idea what that means. However, you'll also have additional cables and junctions/connectors which no doubt impact on sound quality too. No one...

Looks good. Nice deck and amplifier. Visuals are as important as sound to many.

Not sure how we ended up with multiple boxes when the OP wants an all-in-one :) If the OP is not set on new he could also look at something like a MF M6 Encore 225. Available for under a grand.

Indeed. I have the Conical and the 95ML. The C is an amazing bargain for twenty or so quid. It is NOT worth the £100+ extra. Ignore the rubbish talk often found about the night and day difference between the two, it's minimal at best. If upgrading from the conical I would personally look at...

If you are that strapped for cash I would honestly not bother with vinyl.

I believe both the 1300 and 1200G use a higher grade arm. For a start, they have magnesium tubes instead of alu. Better bearings are likely used too and the arm housing looks different from underneath/open plinth. The improved drive is likely also a big thing and of course the whole...

Here’s one from the front. You’d have to agree, hardly elegant, with or without vibrapods. 😀 Effective as a deck though.

No Roon users here?

Totally agree :) I don't find Technics decks especially nice looking anyway. Rega's are far more my style. Going one step further, I don't like most exposed Hifi. Best to hide the stuff but unfortunately not an option right now.

ok :)

Unless I get a complete report on what exactly was done during a 'service' I don't think it's worth the paper (not) written on but that's just me. Any reputable company will provide this. Loads of stuff on the bay apparently serviced ... . Plugging something in and see if it powers on is not a...

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There is the Audiolab Omnia for around £1k. Great amplifier. I use amongst others a 6000A and Cdt transport, which is kinda what you get in one box with the Omnia. The only problem for me would be the streaming platform. It works but according to reviews is far from the most intuitive and not...

Modern Technics decks have more advanced motors/control circuits and the further up the range one goes more advanced materials (and drives) are used. Sure, they made some compromises with the lower ranges such as mine. It still feels very well made however compared to other decks I've looked at...