electrafixion
30-07-2009, 20:49
Hi All,
I've been lurking here for while and thought I'd finally introduce myself today, and seek some advice from the group.
Last year I put together my first direct drive turntable project (pix below), which consists of a 80's vintage SL-1200mk2, and an Origin Live armboard and OL-1 (RB250) arm. I had the deck refinished in high gloss paint, installed a new bearing and dustcover, and blue LEDs.
As some on this site have suggested the Rega based arms aren't the best match for this table, I've been considering other options. Recently I obtained a vintage Alphason Xenon arm, and I'm wondering if it might be a suitable match. The arm may need some work as it seems to have some play in the bottom bearing, and a rewire may also be in order. Also, am I correct that the Alphason uses Linn mounting geometry? If so, does anyone make a 1200 armboard which would facilitate the arm?
Thanks in advance,
Trevor
I've been lurking here for while and thought I'd finally introduce myself today, and seek some advice from the group.
Last year I put together my first direct drive turntable project (pix below), which consists of a 80's vintage SL-1200mk2, and an Origin Live armboard and OL-1 (RB250) arm. I had the deck refinished in high gloss paint, installed a new bearing and dustcover, and blue LEDs.
As some on this site have suggested the Rega based arms aren't the best match for this table, I've been considering other options. Recently I obtained a vintage Alphason Xenon arm, and I'm wondering if it might be a suitable match. The arm may need some work as it seems to have some play in the bottom bearing, and a rewire may also be in order. Also, am I correct that the Alphason uses Linn mounting geometry? If so, does anyone make a 1200 armboard which would facilitate the arm?
Thanks in advance,
Trevor