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Nottingham Spacedeck vs Rega Planar 8 vs Technics SL1200G
I’d suggest you read the Analog Planet review, download the samples for yourself.https://www.analogplanet.com/content/technics-sl-1200g-versus-continuum-caliburn-and-sat-armTo summarise- Fremer compared the Technics 1200G with the Continuum Callib... 
Cartridge new or used ?
https://losslesssound.wordpress.com/2018/12/24/using-macro-photography-to-check-stylus-wear/This article explains how to check your stylus.  
Beware of SACD Transports -- they probably will not work with your favorite DAC
In general SACD players do not allow digital output as a DSD bitstream, they only allow 16/44 through Coax on back.There are a small number of exceptions with proprietary interfaces.The Sony SCD xA9000ES has a FireWire link, Sony branded as ‘I-Lin... 
Love to hear from current owners or past users of Isoacoustics Gaia footers.
I have the Gaia2 on Martin Logan CLX Art. They were very difficult to fit as thread wasn’t long enough. However now they are on , just - I’m pleased with improved sound. Previously used spikes sitting on granite bases.Improvements were subtle but ... 
Technics 1200G Tweaks
I’ve had a 1200 for a year now, this is what I have found.Achromat, I can’t find a flat one, one I had on the deck and stuck down for a year but it warped, tried heavy glass and water filled bucket on it for weeks, made no difference. I’ve reverte... 
Cartridge for stock Technics 1200G tonearm
I have the KAB tonearm damper on my 1200g, I did a quick AB test, before and after I added the oil. Improved three dimensionality of sound, tighter base. Installs in minutes, beautifully made, looks like part of stock arm - delighted with it.