G301 has a partner

bhaskarcan said:
Actually I've read lots of conflicting opinions on the type of plinths for 301/401. As in all the aspects of so called 'audiophile' world this one is also a much debated topic and it's very difficult to come to a fixed conclusion. All of these ideas are well tested & used by some of the very well known names of audio industry. Still there is not a single idea that's accepted by all. Hence I've stopped thinking of mods. I generally look for a compromise between material/craftsmanship/expense, and settle for the best combination. The biggest drawback of all these modding/upgrading ideas is that the main reason of doing all these things is lost i.e. listening & enjoying Music takes the secondary place. So better to concentrate on music and modifications will take place on it's own time.
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Dear Sir,

It has been accepted that ply is the most accepted material for plinth for garrard 301 and 401 or for any such Idler wheel . It is proven by many of our own Forum members and universally. I can vouch that such plinth modification can transform your listening pleasure to a higher level. Sorry, I cannot agree to your statement that listening and enjoying takes a back seat in thought of such modifications. I have so far modified several such players for myself and few other such players commercially . All of them swear by the transformation of even players like garrad Zero 100 !
 
kuruvilajacob said:
Dear Sir,

It has been accepted that ply is the most accepted material for plinth for garrard 301 and 401 or for any such Idler wheel . It is proven by many of our own Forum members and universally. I can vouch that such plinth modification can transform your listening pleasure to a higher level. Sorry, I cannot agree to your statement that listening and enjoying takes a back seat in thought of such modifications. I have so far modified several such players for myself and few other such players commercially . All of them swear by the transformation of even players like garrad Zero 100 !
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Hi,

Maybe you misunderstood my point. I always agree that for TT's like 301/401 a "proper" plinth is a must for them to perform at their best. But what I meant to say in the previous post that this "proper" plinth can be of any one of the various types that are tested/accepted/lauded by many. So follow any one and be happy. No need jump from one to another thinking that other will sound a lot better. This will, at-least, give us piece of mind which ultimately will help us to enjoy music to it's fullest.:):):)

And of course I also believe that plinth for 301/401's made of ply should sound very good.

Best Regards,

Bhaskar
 
Yes I did misunderstand. Thanks for being frank and for the clarification. I have only mentioned my own experience.

Best regards
kuruvilajacob
 
My oh my.. and to know that someone who is almost my next door neighbor has these beauties at his home!! :licklips:

Do tell me that you will allow me to visit one day and have a listen.. and I also need to pick your brain on where you find these, or persuade you to sell one :ohyeah:
 
tirthankar said:
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Do tell me that you will allow me to visit one day and have a listen..
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Anytime my friend, you are always welcome.......

tirthankar said:
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.. and I also need to pick your brain on where you find these, or persuade you to sell one :ohyeah:
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Pray hard...........very hard :lol::lol::lol:
 
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