Ralphmasphere
08-03-09: Atmasphere
Axel, I regard differences in dynamics as a coloration, just like tonality and soundstage. All are **definitely** aspects of platter pad vinyl resonance control (or lack thereof).
Do you not separate the drive system of a table from the damping or lack of damping of the platter? I definitely hear differences in drive systems.
Several reputable companies have done experiments where identical systems and platters (a VPI) were driven with belt drive and then rim drive. I also read about auditions with a direct drive Teres versus belt drive Teres. Both have been discussed here at Audiogon.
I remember the designers as well as listeners saying there were repeatable and conclusive results based only on drive system, even though table, platter and mat remained the same.
Maybe some Teres or VPI guys who participated in this will chime in.