Modified Lenco vs TW Raven

I've had a Nantais Ref Lenco for three years now, recently upgraded to Mk II status, which is a solid step up in detail retrieval, overall coherence, and speed stability. I'm very happy with it.

I also have a Brinkmann Oasis on a Minus-K platform in the same system, and used to have a Clearaudio Innovation Wood, also on a Minus-K. While I can't compare the Lenco to a TW, I can say that I preferred it hands down to the Clearaudio and perhaps to the Brinkmann, too. The Oasis is a bit more analytical, the Lenco more visceral with greater drive. Speed stability is a toss up.

If I had to keep one, it'd probably be the Lenco, if only because it takes two arms. Doesn't really need an expensive platform, either, whereas the Brinkmann absolutely does.

Thank you for these answers.
Any other opinions or experiences ?
Best
Barba

I had a Rega P3, VPI TNT (even tried the Teres Verus drive on it), Sony PS-X7, TTW Audio rim drive, Luxman PD121. I prefer my modified Lenco to all of them. It is the most accurate reproduction of sound and has the highest speed stability.

My Lenco only has the idler wheel, and 60 hz motor from a B-55. The stainless steel platter and bearing are from Mirko. I have Peter's PTP5 and a 3 inch solid maple plinth. Tonearm is the VPI JMW12.5, Denon DLS1. I have 2 platter matts from TTW (copper and an alloy one).

Have you brought your question to Lenco Heaven?

No not yet
I just wanted comparative opinions. Some says the 3 motors TW is in between a belt and an idler wheel in listening sensations and feelings. I don't know what it means exactly but try to imagine
Barba

Nice post Dorkwad. Salvatore loves the TJN.