@ct0517
Chris,
My comment regarding your Verdier was unadulterated envy. I confess my infatuation with the 301's is in large part visual. Current projections indicate when all said and done I should have less than $2500 in it with total mechanical refurb, very nice solid wood plinth (furniture) and a nearly new arm. The paint on the chassis is nearly mint so no expense for a paint job. When my project is complete I hope it provides enjoyable listening too. I suspect I will end up with cartridges that tend more to the vintage sound than my Delos and VDH Black Beauty.. Perhaps even some MM or MI, but the proof will be in the listening.
Harry
Chris,
My comment regarding your Verdier was unadulterated envy. I confess my infatuation with the 301's is in large part visual. Current projections indicate when all said and done I should have less than $2500 in it with total mechanical refurb, very nice solid wood plinth (furniture) and a nearly new arm. The paint on the chassis is nearly mint so no expense for a paint job. When my project is complete I hope it provides enjoyable listening too. I suspect I will end up with cartridges that tend more to the vintage sound than my Delos and VDH Black Beauty.. Perhaps even some MM or MI, but the proof will be in the listening.
Harry