Now which looks more like an LP12. This or the AR? Bob
In that case you should definitely see if you can pick up something like a secondhand Rega P25. I know you said new, but it really is worth pushing a bit further up the price range for maximum upgrade satisfaction. I would recommend giving Les at Walrus a ring, tell him you've got £500 maximum to spend and see if he's got anything in secondhand or ex-dem. Also worth trying Grahams or Cornflake for Rega, or keep your eyes on the pink fish classified section. -- Ian
Les at Walrus really is the king of t/ts. It is a shame that Grahams do nto do so much in the way of t/ts these days. Cornflake are more t/t friendly than Grahams but Les does the second hand stuff as well as loads of new.
It really does look like the owners got in a strop and bent the arm, dont u think? NB Id probably contact Leicester hifi, who stock Garrard 301s and 401s. They do the motor unit for I think £150, the plinth (new) for £200, a second hand rega arm £80, and youve got enough left for a decent MM. Bob is indeed your mothers brother. Either that, or a basic LP12 - you could always play with notching up the parts at a later date. If you buy from a decent dealer like people have said -- and you get him to set it up, theres nothing wrong with a used deck. Cheers Chris
