linn sondek tt

"Technics makes more turntables in a day than Linn makes in a year." And no doubt, Ford makes more cars in a day than Ferrari makes in a year. So what?

Its a shame that tz can't get to hear a new Linn. But the paucity of dealers able to demonstrate turntables is a problem for the whole hobby and more global than specific to one marque. 

And I kind of agree that a fully loaded new LP12 might not be the best value for money. But a quick perusal of the used market indicates nice Linns starting at under $1000. These being upgradable as finances allow.

And perhaps the tuning requirement will put them out for some, but there are many fine alternatives on the market that do not require the level of involvement that the LP12 does. And many are superior in various ways.

But the reason the LP12 is still with us in spite of its foibles is because it presents a unique set of strengths, and should those appeal to you, there is very little else that will do.

 @tzh21y  “The American Sound is one of the best turntables in the world”, LOL!!
Why would you think that....???

@viridian. +1

okay let me clarify, the American Sound turntable according to audiophile reviews is one of the best turntables.  Why are you laughing.... you don't think so.....

I do think the Sondek is a great table when it is set up correctly.  I have come to find out that the dealer I went to passed away and believe me, he knew what he was doing.  He was a great guy, probably one of the most thoughtful and engaging of all the dealers I have met.  I liked to table. the table setup was probably around 18K.  It was a deep stage but it did sound somewhat colored but very pleasing to the ear.  I was actually going to buy an LP 12 and he was even thinking of selling me his ekos 2 with it.  However when I came home and listened to the scout. i was a little shocked.  I attribute it to the unipivot arm on the VPI but certain things did sound better on the VPI to my ears and my ears may not be as good as yours but I could not understand the large price tag.  Also the bass was definitely not as good as on the 1200G.  I still would get a LP12 if I could find one at a decent fair price for what you are getting.  I might have been more interested if that dealer was still here.  4 hours for a tune up is a long drive both ways.