Has Anyone Bought A Galibier Serac TT Yet?

I have the Serac, the Artisan Arm setup with a Dynavector 20XL cartridge. This is a big step up from my previous Technics turntable fitted with the Denon 103R cartridge. I would characterize the sound as romantic and mello. My only other direct comparison (made using the same system) is with a friend's VPI Scout fitted with the JMW-9 signature arm and Shelter 501II cartridge with speed controller made shortly after receipt of the turntable. That setup was more dynamic, detailed with a more upfront presentation in comparison. Two very different presentations but again that comparision was made without phono cable or cartridge break-in. Please let me know if you have further questions.

Nolan

I so wanted to buy the Serac several years ago, but it didn't become available until just recently. The final price is higher than was anticipated back when I first read about the plan for releasing it, but it still represents an excellent value I believe. (especially vs. tables from overseas)

I would still love to hear one someday. (not that I'm unhappy with my Raven One - but that too has taken an increase in price, making it more costly than the Serac) But I still think they are probably two of the best values in tables today.

Emailists,

How would you characterize the sound of the Raven One? What turntable did it replace?