jay73

Purchased a Mofi Studiodeck with Hana SL MC Cartridge about a week and half ago. Enjoying so far.

Thanks for your reply and input. I was worried something was off but it's good to know that, that is a normal sound. I will also look into the bearing. Thanks

Well I finally bought the Mofi Studiodeck with the Hana MC Cartridge (low output). Have not had time to play much music yet this week (got it last Friday) but what I did play, it sounded very well to me so far. @Smellman Got a Question for you. The only thing that I noticed about the Studiodeck is that when I power it on, it makes a noise when the motor starts (sound a bit unnerving to me). I wanted to see if you also experience the same thing? Thanks

Thanks for your feedback. I think I am reconsidering the Mofi again as in the past few days I read some bad reviews about Goldnote motors. Your feedback gives me more confidence in the mofi decks, they certainly have received great reviews.

Wow, no suggestions? I must be looking at the wrong turntables.

Hello All, First time posting here. I currently have a Denon Dp-300f with a Ortofon 2M Blue Cart and a Simaudio Moon 110lp V2 Phono Preamp. I am looking at upgrading my TT and here are the tables that I am seriously considering. I would say my budget is around $2500 max (slightly flexible but would ideally like to stay under) Here are the tables that I am considering and would appreciate any feedback: - MoFi Studio Deck with Hana SL MC - Mofi Ultradeck with Hana SL MC or MasterTracker Cart - Marantz TT-15s1 as is, with standard cart that it comes with - EAT B-Sharp as is or Hana SL MC - EAT C-Major with standard cart that it comes with - Goldnote Valore 425 Plus with Donatello Red Cartridge Looks are important to me and I would say these all look quite nice. The Marantz would probably be the best and exotic looking and then the EAT's probably would be next. Although right now I think I am leaning towards the Goldnote. I have read good reviews and I also like it because it's not the norm (I tend to like things that are not as common sometimes). I did see lightly used Marantz TT-15s1 available for $800 without cartridge. If I add a Hana SL, it would end up around the same price as a new Marantz but with a better cart so that is tempting. I just don't like that fact you have to add a dustcover. I do not doubt the performance of any of these as they have all received great reviews. Any feedback would be awesome. Thanks in advance.