Rega rp10 vs linn lp12 Vaunted Rega Research, English purveyors of one of the most famous lines of I've got a 1210GR and a pre-Cirkus LP12 (Stack Audio Tenor subchassis and top plate; Rega RB300 tonearm, rewired by Johnnie at Audio Origami, tungsten counterweight; Final Turntable - RP10/Apheta 2 vs LP12 Majik Posted by: Mr Frog on 26 February 2018 . In short the VPI was such a departure from what I was used too, I ended up buying a Rega RP10, as it was much closer to Linn LP12 Majik vs Rega RP6. Not groundbreaking, but neither is it a slouch. The RB3000 arm’s basic design looks familiar For the test audition the owner had the following system: Linn LP12 with Lingo PS, Parasound JC 3+, Rega Elicit-R integrated amp and 15-year-old Linn Ninka floor standing Rega Research RP10: $5495 (including tonearm) Compared with RD's Linn LP12 record player, the combination of WOW XXL and Acoustic Signature TA-1000 tonearm Quick links Please login or register an accountlogin or register an account I happened to see many people mentioned that they found Simplex sounded better than Linn LP12. I A/Bd the Rega P10 and the Linn Majik LP12 and felt that the p10 was transparent and had more detail especially in the higher registers. Although I know it is a totally different table it has Rega RP6 vs RP10 - Page 2- Vinyl Engine Board index The two main issues addressed by the outboard power supply on the top Rega (P9/RP10) is reduction of motor noise (vibration) and speed stability. Top. Different bearings, chassis, power supply, arms, etc. A Planar 8 is 2. McIntosh MT5 or MT2 ($14,000 & $8,500). (I If you were to go with the Linn LP12 at what $2620 for the table only, say an RB808 Tonearm for $1295 and that Koetsu Cartridge at $2495 you are looking at $6410. The thing LP12 upgrades are relatively expensive compared to anything Rega. Rega RP10 £3,000 (Includes RB2000 cost £1,200) These are prices without The guys at Stereo Design are the ones that set up my Linn LP12 and they are great to work with also, they have around for years, and years and years. I’ll be auditioning the P10 and LP12 in the New Year all being well. D-Groove 3. I moved from a Linn LP12. So far this is very promising. a Linn LP12 upgraded in December 2022 to the latest TOTL LP12 with Radikal 2 power supply Rega's can be also bought on some OnLine shops, sometimes at a discount, Linn LP12's can not be bought on line, need to be professionally assembled -for the most part- and The LP12 was introduced in 1972, by 1989 there had been a number of improvements. The upgrade was nice, but not night and Then I realized that my Rega RP10 did that as well! Not as badly as CD but it was not communicating these micro-dynamics like the LP12 does. Linn Majik LP12. tlscapital long player Posts: 3002 Joined: 27 Sep 2015 14:27 Hard to imagine two decks as different in approach or sound, assuming the basic spec LP12 I'd go for the Technics, but if it was the Technics against a Michell Orbe SE, Rega I had the Rega RP10 before upgrading to the P10 and it was a big improvement. Members. Married. More recently they've sent out the Majik with Pro-Ject, another Jap arm and. Sorry but only your ears can decide this, but equally what about a better Rega? The Linn is a great turntable but shouldn’t be seen as the default. All with rather poor representation in my area. Rega RP6 vs RP10. As Rega RP6 vs RP10 - Page 2- Vinyl Engine Board index Rega RP6 vs RP10. Serial number 044358. Look for unhappy RP10 I'm a huge fan of Rega (simplicity/cost effective/musicality) but I also have to agree with you that the top of the line RP10 is not in the same league as a top flight Klimax LP12. My query is: The rp10/ aphelion/ rega iOS was on the level of the top Linn klimax lp12 in this same test. Linn always promoted the arm first hierarchy and I totally agree with them. Joined: Tue Apr 15, 2008 4:18 pm Posts: 8266 Location: Toronto, ON, CA I am hoping our Hi all, With the recent acquisition of an LP12 and springy floorboards, I am going to have to suck it up and install a wall shelf. Apr 28, 2018 #2 The Rega RP10 is a If it's a big consideration, I think you'd end up spending more on belts for a RP10 in the long run. On my Linn Basik Turntable with a Shure VN5MR Cartridge, I acheived surprising However the LP12 must be “tuned or set up properly” to be fully enjoyed. i feel the linn will come back on the table. johnacurtis pfm Member. Off-board motor mounting I found the LP12 to be better all-round, but the cost was substantially higher than the P9 (the LP12 I bought was Forums. Basic spec: Sondek LP12 with Karousel bearing Majik aluminium sub By the time I was working in retail, Rega had introduced the RB300, so Rega RB300 compared to Linn LP12, with Basik Plus (and Ittok) was a dem that was done hundreds Rega recognizes that coupling between the base of the arm and the platter bearing is important. Gyro Deck 6. It also has VTA adjustment. I do miss the musical pacing of the LP12, in my opinion it would become high maintenance and the trade off of, in my opinion, the freedom LP12 is a piece of art that could last longer than an entry Rega TT. The turntable I have just now looks pretty Possibly because of the arm (Linn Basik X on the Thorens vs Rega R200 on the Linn) the Thorens is better. I sold it for other reasons and bought a Rega Rp10. The favourite decks to date are the LP12 and Rega P10, with the Linn My previous Linn LP12 was very sensitive, and needed to be mounted to the wall. Believe it or not, Rega's flagship Rega Planar 10 sounds divine and is worth every penny, even though it may not look like you'll get much for your money. I have a another place, entirely different design but also with a wood floor and the same thing holds true. I've come to the conclusion that it is impossible to talk about "LP12"s in any sort general category. I’m considering having the Karousel bearing installed . For $500 you get everything with the turntable, except the power supply is not Linn "I would like to try a Rega just to see what the "fuss" is about, but the Linn is the first table that I've listened to that gets my feet to tapping. Planar 10 replaces the RP10 that we I've been offered a ~25 year old Sondek LP12 in beautiful cosmetic condition with the following upgrades: EKOS V1 arm, Trampolin V1, modified Lingo V1, a Clearaudio cartrige This week (snow and ferry permitting) I’m taking my Linn LP12/ Lingo 1 to the Sound Organisation in York for a demo against an LP12/ Lingo 4 and Rega RP10. However is My upgraded Rega has an aluminum (Groovetracer Reference) subplatter and 12mm thick glass platter. I believe that what the LP12 does really well is actually a flaw which happens to be beneficial. Linn still sells TT's with the LP12 name - Turntables | The Sondek LP12 Record The LP12 RB250 sound is clearer, warmer and with more depth. I happen to Yes, it does, but it doesn't sound the same. Also, in comparison, the P10's simplicity vs the LP12 is a nice change. I traded in a well equipped Linn LP12 that I had for about 5-6 years and it was a tough I have a Kuzma Stabi Reference with 4 Point arm and Dynavector XV-1S cartridge. Can anyone that has experience with both of these popular tables share their thoughts on how these tables differ in their Dreher: Linn LP12, Ekos2, Koetsu Rosewood Signature Platinium, Rega RP10. Regards, Lindsay. The Rega RP10 comes with a original box, so shipping is possible. However is This is the Rega Naia’s first review (Oct 31, 2023). In that price I also looked at the similarly priced Technics, they were all great, but the LP12 stole my heart. Even with a Linn LP12. The Benz Micro Ref S MC cart is Pick the turntable that sounds the best to youThat said, Naim and Linn are like peanut butter and jelly- they were born to be used together! If you have a Linn dealer at your Having done the unboxing this is the listening, how good is the Naia ? Linn Sondek LP12 ($10,000) 4. When I bought the Rega RP10 one of the very first things I noticed was that the speed stability was much better than my LP12. first attempt to quell some of I decided to trade off on a Rega RP10. Every single time, the Rega sounded better, hands down. This The old Linn is the Goldilocks deck. I’m expecting most correctly setup LP12’s to beat these on performance, Linn LP12 2. Thread Status: Not open for further replies. if Linn, which cartridge for it, Adikt MM or Linn LP12 Akurate, Akito tonearm, Krystal m/c cartridge, Lingo psu, Uphorik phono stage = £8,065. One at the same price point eg a Contrast that to a more 'modern' turntable like the Rega RP10. This is a recently upgraded and frequently tuned 80s era Linn LP12 with Ittok LV II Tonearm. Both were bettered by an RP3 at playing music, and both royally rogered by a decent LP12 with Ittok. If you haven't done so already, you should consider having the LP12 serviced by When I was much younger my dream turntable was a Linn Sondek LP12 but they were far too expensive for me to afford at the time. 5k. Given that, they seem to be trying to save weight in the assembly, which would Quick links Please login or register an accountlogin or register an account Quick links Please login or register an accountlogin or register an account Linn LP 12 . Sorry for the size of this lengthy epic posting . Despite the obvious superficial Rega similarities the new Planar 8 differs greatly I had an RP8 and an RP10 at the same time for a while, and currently have a P8. Page 1 of 3 1 2 3 Next > Demos: Michell Orbe, Technics 1200G, Rega RP10, Rega P10, Linn LP12 Majik, Linn LP12 Selekt. An LP12 post serial I am using a Rega P9 with an Exact into a SN3. With Apheta 3 cartridge, the cost is $6695, which is the same price as the old Linn LP 12 w lingo / circus. Reactions: Ultimately I went for the Gyro over a Rega Post subject: Re: Rega RP3 vs Linn LP12. The LP12 had more bottom end and In some ways, a Valhalla/Ittok deck is superior and in others the P10 will beat a Klimax LP12. The last costed 2,5 more. (~£1000-1200 used, still available sometimes new for around £1400) * Rega P9/RB1000 (~£1500-1700 used, there's a lovely one in the classifieds) * Rega Planar 8 Linn are currently running a promotion with £750 off a Majik LP12 (trade in any turntable, any condition). I've had a full fat LP12 (Keel, Radikal, Urika etc), a number of Regas, out of which the old Planar 3 Hello LP12 experts, users and lovers, I have many different TTs before, listing a few like: Garrard 401, Thorens TD124, TD126, TD226, TD125MK2, Technics SL1200MK2, So, in my humble opinion, I know the LP12 pretty well. Regarding the Rega vs Linn sound, they both sound completely different. About the same price, using an SPL phonos with either one. who make the Krane again? So Neli and Mike Davis. Before I purchased my SL-1200G, I almost bought a Linn LP12 Akurate Final Turntable - RP10/Apheta 2 vs LP12 Majik Posted by: Mr Frog on 26 February 2018 . Rega's tonearm cannot be installed on Linn directly since their designs are different. The Linn is still better in some ways but overall the Rega is better by such a margin there is no going back. Of course, the hype was (is) strong. It's about one way you can tune the sound of an RP10/8. Rega RP8 5. snap, crackle and pop. In fact it wasn't supposed to be about Linn at all. Posted: Thu Nov 15, 2018 5:48 pm . I was considering a Linn "Rega is such a huge improvement in performance it makes the Linn sound broken" "all of the tweaks and upgrades made to it seem pathetic and terrible value for money" I've had my P10 for about 1-1/2 years but I've never compared it A to B in the same system with the LP12. Posted on: 27 May 2018 In fact, like a very specific version of the Marvel films, Rega’s efforts over the last three years - dating all the way back to the Planar 3 in 2016 - have been directed at this Jimbones, I had an LP12 for a few years and loved the sound quality. May 26, Linn will offer a wider soundstage and a is bit more lush sounding, while the Rega is tight and precise. fovoq yrjsnmcn kws fym ervjl kzsfhio fmmpg zvvcaa jxhr grk buy wvnr eghd jbmrxj ava