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Technics 1200g vs Rega rp8, VPI aries, avenger, Basis 2000, Linn LP12 etc. Can it compete?

I am thinking of upgrading my Turntable in the next few months.  It has been a long journey as believe it or not, the VPI scout really is a great table and has kept me satisfied for a long time.  However, I am looking for my last table.  Has anyone had experience with the new Technics 1200g? is it really as good as the best from VPI, Basis, SME, Feikert, etc.  It has intrigued my interest and from what I see it looks like it can easily hold its own against some of the best.  What headshells, mats, record clamps work best?  Can you use a clamp with this table?  Looking forward to your replies.
tzh21y
tzh21y OP
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darkstar1

To your ears, the prime is better.  If I did not already have a scout, I may look at the prime, but since I have the scout, I do not feel the prime is a significant upgrade to the scout and in fact I like the way the scout presents the music in many ways better than the prime, much closer to an aries which would be a step up and worth considering.  Again, that is just my ears.
lancelock
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@tzh21y , I did own the Scout 1.1 and now have the Technics SL1200GAE. I feel it is a significant upgrade. Love it.
tzh21y OP
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A New Generation of Craftsmanship - Technics

On youtube, there is a video called A New Generation of Craftsmanship-Technics.  Its about 30 minutes long but really goes in depth regarding the new sl-1200g.  Very interesting.
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slaw
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+1 audiotroy,

Rega will be, and has always been there, consistent.


mmakshak
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I agree with audiotroy, but would compare it(i.e. Rega RP8) to the new Technics, which shouldn't be hard to find(I'm talking about the Technics here.)  I missed listening to the Merrill, as they were putting it away at the California Audio Show.  I should mention that I'm not a fan of older Technics direct drive tables.
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