John Channing
fruit box forever
Looks like a close relative of the now defunct Technics SL1200/1210
http://www.pioneer.eu/uk/newsroom/news/PLX-1000/page.html
http://www.pioneer.eu/uk/newsroom/news/PLX-1000/page.html
The surprising and encouraging thing is it actually weighs 2kg more than the SL-1200 at 13.1kg, so looks like it might be rather well made. I wonder if it has a nice cast-alloy chassis like the 1200? Most of the clones are just cheap plastic tat. Pioneer made some very nice turntables in their heyday, so the knowledge and ability should be there even if it's been lying dormant for several decades.
Dear All,
looks like all the other ones eg Reloop, Audio Technica, Ariston etc etc. There are about 10 different makes and they are all made in the same factory in China. usually cost between 200 and 550 quid depending on the arm used and the quality of the plinth. Also some weigh about 13kg the crappier ones about 6kg.
I wonder if it will be any good or even much better than the Audio Technica and Stanton top models
David
If it doesn't, I'll gladly take it off your hands. The PLC-590 will go nicely with my C-21 and M-22 retro system.Ive just bought a Pioneer PLC590 and a SME3009 mk2 hoping that is going to sound as good as my 401?
I always thought the Technics sounded pretty decent despite its popularity with DJs although I've not actually heard one in my home system. There are so many of these around that it wouldn't be difficult to pick a used one up for not a lot of $. I really wonder why any one would bother with new knockoffs (branded or otherwise). To manufacture them at that price level you really need to do it in China with the resultant poor quality. (Sorry I think most manufactured stuff out of China is Shit).
I can't for the life of me understand why Technics stopped making the SL-1200. There is clearly still a market for it, the thing is arguably the most recognisable / iconic turntable ever produced and certainly the first thing one thinks of when one hears the brand-name 'Technics'. Killing it was a truly bizarre decision.
Does that include Well Tempered? They're made in China now.I always thought the Technics sounded pretty decent despite its popularity with DJs although I've not actually heard one in my home system. There are so many of these around that it wouldn't be difficult to pick a used one up for not a lot of $. I really wonder why any one would bother with new knockoffs (branded or otherwise). To manufacture them at that price level you really need to do it in China with the resultant poor quality. (Sorry I think most manufactured stuff out of China is Shit).
Is that Reel Tape in boxes behind?