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Posted by Souly on Jun 26, 2011, 2:27pm

That's weird.. You can still buy them from the panasonic website. I was looking at them last night.

Posted by J-Dawg on Jun 26, 2011, 2:33pm

All of the product pages I can see on Panasonic.com just say "available at your local retailer". I don't see any way to actually buy one on there.

Posted by Horned Gramma on Jun 26, 2011, 2:36pm

Jun 26, 2011, 2:49am, Shaxspear III Esq. wrote:

Technics 1200's are built like tanks. If you're using it to just listen to music and not to DJ, one that is brand new could possibly outlive you. I owned a pair for dj'ing for almost 10 years. During that time they probably got used about 4-10 hours a week, and I never had to repair one. It's the only brand I would trust buying used, and you could probably find one in good shape for a reasonable price.

Whatever you decide on, try to get one that has a standard removable cartridge needle and an adjustable weighted tone arm. That way you can get a good quality needle and it can be balanced properly. As mentioned earlier, if you're willing to spend the extra money, get a direct drive table rather than a belt drive. I sold my tech's last year and have been using a plain jane player for the time being. I think I want to get one of Gramma's players. They look sexy as hell.

Shure makes really good needles as does Ortofon. Buy a brand new needle and make sure it's balanced properly to make your vinyl last longer. I can help you with that if I happen to be in town.

I should point out that the Debut III's are belt drives. Honestly though I feel like that accounts for part of the sexy.

Posted by Souly on Jun 26, 2011, 2:36pm

Oh.. You're right. I never actually clicked the 'buy' button

Posted by J-Dawg on Jun 26, 2011, 2:47pm

There appear to be some for sale on kijiji right now, one guy selling a pair for $750, another selling a pair for $900 with cases. (both ex-DJs it would seem)

Posted by Souly on Jun 26, 2011, 2:59pm

I think I found the pairs you are talking about.. What's up with that thing in the middle? I'm sure it has something to do with DJ'ing, but is it attached? And the one pair doesn't even look like it has arms.

Posted by J-Dawg on Jun 26, 2011, 3:19pm

He just showed a picture of his complete setup, but it sounds like he's only selling the turntables.

Posted by g0ldfinga on Jun 26, 2011, 7:26pm

Mine was around $200 used and it was made in 2005 I think. The Guitar Center still had some new ones in stock when I looked.

Posted by StormyPinkness on Jun 27, 2011, 11:33am

Jun 26, 2011, 2:49am, Shaxspear III Esq. wrote:

I think I want to get one of Gramma's players. They look sexy as hell.

You should see it in person. We used to sit outside the storefront and drool about that thing.

Posted by J-Dawg on Jun 29, 2011, 7:36pm

Anyone used any of the direct-drive numark turntables? They seem to be relatively easy to get a hold of...

Posted by Shaxspear III Esq. on Jun 29, 2011, 8:58pm

What model? The TT series are decent.

Posted by J-Dawg on Jul 4, 2011, 2:07pm

I was looking at the TT 200. Axe Music has them in stock, as do several online retailers.

Posted by Shaxspear III Esq. on Jul 4, 2011, 5:58pm

I've heard they're fine from a dj standpoint. It will definitely be more than enough for what you're looking for in a table. Now you just need to pick out a good amp and needle.

Posted by J-Dawg on Jul 24, 2011, 7:24pm

I'm taking a look at a used Tech 12 tomorrow. Owner claims it was bought new in 09, asking quite a reasonable price, so going with cash in hand hoping it's as claimed. If that pans out, it's time to go shopping for the rest of the kit.

Posted by J-Dawg on Jul 26, 2011, 12:04am

Seller rescheduled. Still hoping this works out.

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