Yamaha GT-2000 Turntable Social Group

[chobochobo]

There's a GT2000 on hifido now.

 

[brunomarcs]

Does it make sense to put a better power cable on Our 24 volt power supplies and our phono stages?

 

[brunomarcs]

I just built myself 3 pc's and am buying the rest of the material to build 2 more. Furutech fl-50's ncf (rhodium) and the Dps 4.1 cable. Not cheap and consumed by cartridge money and then some.

I'll be damned! It does make a difference! The dps is to heavy to use on a phono stage so I'll source another cable. Good to know others think the same.

and check this out. These are gonna be my new footers. Resilient mounts. Used in all type industries, they act as a damped spring.

 

[BilboBaggins]

I just built myself 3 pc's and am buying the rest of the material to build 2 more. Furutech fl-50's ncf (rhodium) and the Dps 4.1 cable. Not cheap and consumed by cartridge money and then some.

I'll be damned! It does make a difference! The dps is to heavy to use on a phono stage so I'll source another cable. Good to know others think the same.

and check this out. These are gonna be my new footers. Resilient mounts. Used in all type industries, they act as a damped spring.

I've wondered how something like that would work. Let us know what you think.

 

[marvelus10]

The external power supply is a definite improvement, I admit I was skeptical, I wasn't expecting this much of a difference. I'm still scratching my head as to how and why. Although it took me ten days and a dozen or more records, many replays, to report back, I noticed a difference on the first record I played. I'm not sure how to describe what I'm hearing, it's cleaner, clearer, tiny little differences in the background are clearer, separated, the difference is not unlike comparing different cartridges of varying quality and the details they retrieve. This afternoon I made the decision to cut the cord, literally, I opened up my GT-2000 and de-soldered the power cord from the board, gave everything a look over and closed it up.

I also made a new case for the power supply. I will veneer it at some point to match the rest of my system. So for $50 and an hour of work, I'm very happy with my DIY power supply.

I also picked up some stainless covers for the feet. I'm contemplating taking the sandblaster to them, they are a little too shiny.

The covers are the tops off of solar lawn lights available at Dollarama here in Canada, they are the exact inner dimension as the black plastic of the stock feet.

 

[Mark B]

The external power supply is a definite improvement, I admit I was skeptical, I wasn't expecting this much of a difference. I'm still scratching my head as to how and why. Although it took me ten days and a dozen or more records, many replays, to report back, I noticed a difference on the first record I played. I'm not sure how to describe what I'm hearing, it's cleaner, clearer, tiny little differences in the background are clearer, separated, the difference is not unlike comparing different cartridges of varying quality and the details they retrieve. This afternoon I made the decision to cut the cord, literally, I opened up my GT-2000 and de-soldered the power cord from the board, gave everything a look over and closed it up.

I also made a new case for the power supply. I will veneer it at some point to match the rest of my system. So for $50 and an hour of work, I'm very happy with my DIY power supply.


I also picked up some stainless covers for the feet. I'm contemplating taking the sandblaster to them, they are a little too shiny.



The covers are the tops off of solar lawn lights available at Dollarama here in Canada, they are the exact inner dimension as the black plastic of the stock feet.

I think you described it very well.

The GT-2000 is a wonderful sounding turntable without the YOP-1. It's even better with the YOP-1.

 

[marvelus10]

"Mr. Niyodo"...this guy literally drove halfway across Japan to purchase a GT-2Kx, made two or three videos about his journey and then nothing about the table. I was so excited to hear his take on it. I really hope it still worked out for him and he's saving it for later.

I asked him aboot the X, his response.... " Unlike GT-2000, GT-2000X is only equipped with reinforced shaft and YSA-1, so I don't think the change in sound quality is dramatic. I prefer the YA-39 installed in the GT-2000, so I pushed the GT-2000X to the corner of the room. I will post it on youtube soon, but not now."

 

[808_state]

I asked him aboot the X, his response.... " Unlike GT-2000, GT-2000X is only equipped with reinforced shaft and YSA-1, so I don't think the change in sound quality is dramatic. I prefer the YA-39 installed in the GT-2000, so I pushed the GT-2000X to the corner of the room. I will post it on youtube soon, but not now."

That is a pretty bizarre response with all the trouble he went to for obtaining it. My guess is there's more to the story.

 

[808_state]

Also remember that the YSA-1 is quite a bit trickier to setup than the YA-39. Loosening the grub screw on the headshell of the YSA potentially means losing the previous azimuth setting while adjusting overhang or losing the previous overhang setting while adjusting azimuth. This why I say only loosen that bloody grub screw enough to barely move the headshell and then do a small readjust and tighten again. Adjust in small steps with a barely loose screw at the YSA headshell. Even listen to the effect of the tiny readjust between stages of the process. The YSA can be a frickin nightmare if one completely slackens the grub screw.

I wonder whether he is having cartridge set up issues with the YSA? That will negativity impact the sound.

In my experience Japanese people are very careful to avoid making themselves or others look bad. The fact that we in the west can be so casual about certain things and situations drives them crazy. They will go to great trouble to avoid potentially inconvenient situations (if outside the bounds of established expectations, within those bounds they will accommodate virtually anything). My guess is something went wrong with this deal and he hasn't decided what to do about it yet or how to spin it so everyone can save face. Japanese expectations for customer service are incredibly high so if everything went smooth or as intended then we'd have seen that X by now. He also seems to be a rather technically adept fellow and can probably get the best sound out of the YSA-1 if he wants to. I am reminded daily that I (as a westerner) see things differently than the Japanese. It's not a bad thing but it can be a challenge at times.

 

[PMA46]

Hello all!

I just joined the forums to enjoy and learn from this thread. I recently bought a GT-2000 which I have big plans for. I had a Technics SP10MK2 earlier that I designed a plinth for, but my DIY horn speaker setup took up all my focus and money - so I sold the SP10 before I got the actually build the turntable. A few years later I am still craving a custom direct drive turntable - and I have had good eyes for the Yamaha GT-series for its oversize platter and outstanding specs.

I am planning on building a new plinth with separate arm base for the Ortofon/Bokrand banna 309 tonearm with EMT TSD 15 SFL i also recently bought. I set up the arm and GT-2000 in a temporary setup to be able to test the turntable and arm, so I have tested it with good results so far. Yesterday I started stripping down the player and drawing all circuit boards and internals to integrated them in my plinth design. I attached an early sketch of the player without platter and arm, hope it shows!

Does anyone have any technical information about the player I can get my hands on? Circuit diagrams, service manuals, hints or tips? I know the player was not originally sould outside of Asia, but I have contacts that can help me with a service manual in chinese or japanese if available.
If any of the information I've inquired are availabe by searching the board, sorry in advance - I could not find it easily.

Best regards.

 

[BilboBaggins]

Welcome to AK and the GT2000 thread, PMA!

I can't help you with the technicalities of the GT-2000 either. Good luck with your project!

 

[808_state]

Hello all!

I just joined the forums to enjoy and learn from this thread. I recently bought a GT-2000 which I have big plans for. I had a Technics SP10MK2 earlier that I designed a plinth for, but my DIY horn speaker setup took up all my focus and money - so I sold the SP10 before I got the actually build the turntable. A few years later I am still craving a custom direct drive turntable - and I have had good eyes for the Yamaha GT-series for its oversize platter and outstanding specs.

I am planning on building a new plinth with separate arm base for the Ortofon/Bokrand banna 309 tonearm with EMT TSD 15 SFL i also recently bought. I set up the arm and GT-2000 in a temporary setup to be able to test the turntable and arm, so I have tested it with good results so far. Yesterday I started stripping down the player and drawing all circuit boards and internals to integrated them in my plinth design. I attached an early sketch of the player without platter and arm, hope it shows!

Does anyone have any technical information about the player I can get my hands on? Circuit diagrams, service manuals, hints or tips? I know the player was not originally sould outside of Asia, but I have contacts that can help me with a service manual in chinese or japanese if available.
If any of the information I've inquired are availabe by searching the board, sorry in advance - I could not find it easily.

Best regards.

So long as you reassemble the pieces as you find them, I can't really see why you would need schematics. The only true deviation would be to completely bypass/remove the internal PSU and rely solely on a YOP-1 to power the unit.

 

[RogerRef]

Anyone running a full Yamaha setup with one of their class A amps and NS-1000M’s?

NS-1000m's, M-65/C-70. Looking to uphrade the pre though. AR is top on my list to replace the C-70.

 

[RogerRef]

Just took first steps to order GT-2000 from Hifido. They are confirming inventory. This will replace Rega P3. Currently have Nagaoka MP-200. Will that mate well with the YA-39? I got all sorts of differing info on the effective mass. I did read that it was suggested to stay in the 18-19g range for cart and HS. SInce the MP-200 is 6.5g that leaves 12 for the HS. I want ot get the HS now so I can play the Gt as soon as it arrives. LEt me know ideas on head shells for the MF-200 that I have for now. THanks.

 

[Mark B]

Just took first steps to order GT-2000 from Hifido. They are confirming inventory. This will replace Rega P3. Currently have Nagaoka MP-200. Will that mate well with the YA-39? I got all sorts of differing info on the effective mass. I did read that it was suggested to stay in the 18-19g range for cart and HS. SInce the MP-200 is 6.5g that leaves 12 for the HS. I want ot get the HS now so I can play the Gt as soon as it arrives. LEt me know ideas on head shells for the MF-200 that I have for now. THanks.

Welcome to Arkay's GT 2000 social group RogerRef! I've used cartridge / headshell combos weighing from 18.5 grams to ~25 grams on a YA-39, mostly on the heavy side of that range, with excellent results. I'm using Oyaide headshells (HS-CF & HS-TF).

 

[PMA46]

So long as you reassemble the pieces as you find them, I can't really see why you would need schematics. The only true deviation would be to completely bypass/remove the internal PSU and rely solely on a YOP-1 to power the unit.

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Yeah, it's just for future troubleshooting if needed.I do plan on running an external PSU, so the internal one will be removed alltogether.

I will be selling of the plinth, dust cover and arm - so if anyone should need parts please hit me up.

Attached a photo of the system this player will feed with sweet sound

 

[PMA46]

That looks like an impressive man cave there PMA. Have you owned the GT for long enough to form an opinion?

It's been set up temporarily without great attention to detail, and I must admint its been years since I last heard a turntable. However, compared to my digital setup and my Studer A80 taper player I think it sounds really great.

 

[2 Left Socks]

Hi folks
Another GT-2000 owner here. Only acquired it just over a month ago...and in large part thanks to stumbling onto this and other AK threads that i decided to take the plunge...so thanks (my wallet says yeah, thanks A LOT). I already posted my pic in other AK threads but hopefully no harm posting it here too
cheers
Socks

 

[2 Left Socks]

Gday Socks. What part of Oz are you in? Wow so many new owners in quick succession.

Over on the West Coast, near Perth

 

[BilboBaggins]

Yeah, it's just for future troubleshooting if needed.I do plan on running an external PSU, so the internal one will be removed alltogether.

I will be selling of the plinth, dust cover and arm - so if anyone should need parts please hit me up.

Attached a photo of the system this player will feed with sweet sound

Holy Crap! That is one impressive set of speakers. It must sound divine!