Thanks for all the replies chaps. Never been a fan of the SME iv poor v having tried on a couple of decks, sounds a bit mechanical to me. Preferred option out of the above is the FR 64 if I can find one and decide go go this route. Need to decide between 1210 and the 301 and having heard both (but not at the same time and not both in my system) I am genuinely 50/50 on which to choose. Hope to hear a well sorted 310 in my system this week and be able to compare with the 1210 so should know more then. Have to say I am VERY impressed by the 1210 with the mods it has but still the standard.arm.a better arm should make it even better I would hope. If I go the 301 route I will need a plinth but will be able to use my Audio Creative 12" arm.
Hugo, have you managed to listen to your 1210 with the new Jelco yet? Would that be as good as the FR?
KR Keith.
Garrard 401, Groovemaster 2, Arche headshell, Miyajima Shilabe, Paradise Phono amp,
Aqua La Voce dac
Salas DCB1
Najda active crossover and DSP.
Crown XLi 1500 x 2 bridged, Neurochrome Mod 86 monos, Guy Sergeant Hiraga Le Monstre,
DIY open baffle with 18" Fane Colossus XB, Beyma 12p80ND and Beyma TPL150H with BK XLS 400 sub.