...and yes I have been through the posts in this forum on this topic.
I notice that over time, opinions change on what the best upgrade items are for this tt. Hence, it would be good to find out what the latest thinking is.
My situation is as follows. I recently bought a stock Technics SL1200 MK5G. I mounted a Denon DL 103 and was very impressed by the sound. I also have a Michell Orbe/Tecnoarm/Dynavector DV-XX2. I prefer the Technics/DL 103 combination due to its sheer musicality. However, it is not as refined as the Orbe etc. I understand that upgrading the tt will improve this however I am also concerned that the pursuit of more refinement and detail may result in the loss of the musicality I so like.
My plan is to keep my current MK5G as a reference, buy another MK5G and slowly upgrade it. My questions are
1. What do you think of my plan? Any flaws?
2. How should I go about upgrading the new MK5G when I get it. Please note that I have a wall mounted tt stand and don't believe I will need new footers. I currently use the stock rubber mat.
I have ordered a Zu modified DL 103 and intend to use it and the DV-XX2 for the comparisons between the stock and modified tts.
I will start another post asking for advice on the latest thinking in the optimisation of the DL 103 on a Technics SL-1200. I think it would be simpler to keep these two topics separate.