You'll notice the Audiogon analog Big Guns never get involved in these Technics discussion threads...I wish they would, but I don't read anything into it. Likely they have not given a serious audition to the Technics.
Technics SL1200MK2 Cartridge Discussion
Hi,
I'd like to have a thread on cartridges that work with the Technics SL1200MK series tables.
I want to buy a Technics SL1210MK2 (the new black version from Musicians Friend) and need a cartridge recommendation. I am using a Musical Fidelity A308CR preamp that has MM/MC capability. My amps are Bryston 7B ST's and I have a pair of B&W Signature 800's on the way to replace my N801's. The MF Preamp is rolled off on top and the system is very listenable for long lengths of time. I'd describe it as detailed, but not too bright.
I really want to try the Technics table as it is relaible and inexpensive ($400 shipped or less for a used table if I go the ebay route). Please do not try to talk me into a different table. I had a VPI Scout and Dynavector 20x (High output) that I sold because I just wasn't using it. I'd like to keep this cheap so that I have decent TT available when and if I want to use it.
What can you recommed for a cart? I'd like to keep $160 to $200 as a max and stay lower if possible. Here is what I am considering:
Denon 103 (not the R)
Denon 110
Denon 160
Audio Technica 440 MLa
Shure M97xe
I do not know what carts work well with the Technics tonearm. I know that it is light and some threads recommend a Sumiko headshell for the Denons. What do I need to know here before buying a table and cart.
Thanks.
I'd like to have a thread on cartridges that work with the Technics SL1200MK series tables.
I want to buy a Technics SL1210MK2 (the new black version from Musicians Friend) and need a cartridge recommendation. I am using a Musical Fidelity A308CR preamp that has MM/MC capability. My amps are Bryston 7B ST's and I have a pair of B&W Signature 800's on the way to replace my N801's. The MF Preamp is rolled off on top and the system is very listenable for long lengths of time. I'd describe it as detailed, but not too bright.
I really want to try the Technics table as it is relaible and inexpensive ($400 shipped or less for a used table if I go the ebay route). Please do not try to talk me into a different table. I had a VPI Scout and Dynavector 20x (High output) that I sold because I just wasn't using it. I'd like to keep this cheap so that I have decent TT available when and if I want to use it.
What can you recommed for a cart? I'd like to keep $160 to $200 as a max and stay lower if possible. Here is what I am considering:
Denon 103 (not the R)
Denon 110
Denon 160
Audio Technica 440 MLa
Shure M97xe
I do not know what carts work well with the Technics tonearm. I know that it is light and some threads recommend a Sumiko headshell for the Denons. What do I need to know here before buying a table and cart.
Thanks.
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You'll notice the Audiogon analog Big Guns never get involved in these Technics discussion threads... Be careful what you wish for. This thread has 80 replies and good information is flowing. Go read some threads on high end gear. Most fall apart about half way through and just turn into an argument where each side needs to show the other how superior they are (which offers little information on the equipment). I'm pretty sure that the Big Guns would explain that you are not hearing what you think that you are hearing, the Technics is junk because it is a "DJ table" (without any other explanation or technical info) and that you will not hear a decent table until you spend "at least $3000 or more" (and that is from a thread that I read before buying mine). |
Thank you all guys for your input. Now I feel even more confident putting Shelter 501 MK II on mine. Still, I didn't get any answers regarding a "right" protractor to use with Technics arm. I understand there will be significant difference b/w overhang, using Technics supplied tool (that's what Kevin of KAB using himself), and some aftermarket protractors. |
If you scroll to the bottom of this Vinyl Engine Protractor page you will find a protractor specifically for the Technics table. I have downloaded it, but it needs to be magnified to fit the scale printed on the protractor, and it does not fit on 8.5"x11" paper (obviously...as no protractor does). So, I suppose it's a cut and paste deal, unless you can take it to Kinkos and have them print it out on large, heavier card stock. A poster above uses this protractor. Maybe he'll offer more guidance. You are correct that the Technics overhang tool and another protractor will produce physically different mountings. I have no explanation for why this is so, except that the mounting distance on the protractors is probably longer because most arms have a longer mounting distance than the Technics' 215mm (Regas are 223mm). This is a wild guess on my part. I presently use a Benz Micro Ace, which was aligned with the two point protractor provided with the HiFi News Test LP. |
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