Tony L
Administrator
These lists would be better if their purpose was set out more precisely - "best performing" isn't the same as "chosen to illustrate a specific design" for example; something which "iconic" tends to smudge over.
To my mind ‘iconic’ is a combination of truly exceptional design and lasting desirability. It is the stuff that remains highly sought-after long, long after its time. That is certainly how I framed my choices. A 301, 124, SL1200 MkII etc is the E-Type or Leica of turntable design. The Brinkman is the equivalent of a current range-topping high-spec Canon digital camera. Clearly very good, but ultimately no one will care in 40 years.