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Upgrade Linn LP 12 or buy new table

I would like to get back into vinyl after an approx. 17 year absence. I have a Linn LP 12 that I bought in 1983 which I used for 15 years and then put into storage. I never got rid of my vinyl. So my question is : Do I upgrade my LP 12 to the tune of three to four thousand dollars or do I spend the same amount on a new turntable and sell the LP 12?  Everyone's two cents worth would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks
hal253
bpoletti
1,004 posts
 
No inaccuracy in FACTS.  The Linn is an upgraded AR.  Nothing more.  Just keep adding more overpirced bells and whistles combined with massive amounts of voodoo, snake oil and pixie dust delivered on the backs of rainbow unicorns. 
brf
1,699 posts
 
Invest $200 in having your old Linn tuned up by an authorized Linn dealer and sit back and spin your vinyl collection. After 6-12 month, readdress your needs. It's not a race. 
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r_f_sayles
827 posts
 
+1 on that. Nice call brf. 
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zavato
903 posts
 
As a Linn is an upgraded AR a BMW 7 series is an upgraded Chevy Nova
hal253 OP
8 posts
 
Thanks to everyone who has responded. There may be wisdom in sticking with the Linn for now and hear what happens. It is quite interesting to read the various people's posts who definitely have their own strong opinions either for or against the Linn. I don't remember ever seeing as much conflict regarding a single piece of gear as I have the Linn in these forums.
 Cheers
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