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Tough decision, i need some help and advice.

djiga

djiga

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I am replacing my turntable (Akai AP-D33), and i have a couple of options to choose :scratch2::
Technics SL-D2
Technics SL-D3
Technics SL 1900
Akai AP-206.

I would like to hear your thoughts, experiences, advices...anything to make my decision easier.

Thanks.
 
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SL D2 (auto return) and D3 (full auto) are essentially the same and they are solid performers. I like them better than the 1900.

Not familiar with the others.

What cartridges come with them and what are the cost and condition of each?
 
I prefer the Akai AP-206 over the rest. All of them will have similar performances, I just like the aesthetics of the AP-206 over the rest. All of them are quite reliable.
 
djiga said:
I am replacing my turntable (Akai AP-D33), and i have a couple of options to choose :scratch2::
Technics SL-D2
Technics SL-D3
Technics SL 1900
Akai AP-206.

I would like to hear your thoughts, experiences, advices...anything to make my decision easier.

Thanks.
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They are all nice tables. The Technics may be easier to find parts for if you ever have the need. Extra Technics branded headshells are readily available for running additional cartridges. I have a couple SL-D2 and D3 machines. They are not real "flashy" looking machines. But, they are seriously good performers. One of the best bang-for-the-buck vintage machines out there IMHO. Here is a photo of one of mine.

David
 

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bobins08 said:
SL D2 (auto return) and D3 (full auto) are essentially the same and they are solid performers. I like them better than the 1900.

Not familiar with the others.

What cartridges come with them and what are the cost and condition of each?
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I have audio technics AT-95E cartidge, and i will use it on my next turntable.

SL-D2 - 110eu
SL-D3 - 115eu
SL-1900 - 140eu
AP-206 - 100eu

They are all in great condition, almost mint, except 1900, that one is VG+ (in vinyl language :) )
 
djiga said:
I have audio technics AT-95E cartidge, and i will use it on my next turntable.

SL-D2 - 110eu
SL-D3 - 115eu
SL-1900 - 140eu
AP-206 - 100eu

They are all in great condition, almost mint, except 1900, that one is VG+ (in vinyl language :) )
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So none of them come with a cartridge so that factor is out.

They all have the essentially the same performance specs.

If you want full auto then the SL-D3 gives you that.

The D2 and the AP 206 are about the same. The AP 206 coudl be a sleeper here. Technics has the advantage on parts availablilty if you ever need to repair it.

In this case you grade them by condition, cost, performance and style.

I would probabaly pick the D2 or D3 depending on the condition of each because of the large amount of parts available for future repair.

I restored a D2 for my son and he loves it. It produces nice sound and the speed is always rock solid.

Cheers, Bob
 
Thakns for your posts, they made my decision much easier.
That SL-D3 is already sold, so i think the D2 will be my option this time.

Thanks
 
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