I'm currently using a Technics SL-PS 620A and I'm very happy with the sound. I've published a page over on FaceBook with regard to early Technics CD...
I've really not had that much listening time with the speakers, partly due to work and then this cold weather hasn't helped. At some point I'll write...
I go with the philosophy of using just enough 'dedicated' treatment to fix any audible problems. As the room is large - 29 x 11 x 9.5 feet bass boom...