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| Value for Money | 9/10  |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 9/10 |
Full review by
GeoffC.
on 7th Jul 2003
User Rating : 9
Respect :
+3
Good Points: Good looks, natural sound, bags of detail. Very reliable, excellent support from Michel Engineering.
Bad Points: None - unless your a DJ!
General comments: I purchased my Gyrodec over 10 years ago and I am pleased to see that it has appreciated in value!
I bought it because my previous excellent Japanese broadcast quality turntable had died and I couldn't get parts easily. The Gyrodec has been my best hi-fi buy ever! It is totally reliable, needs virtually no maintenance - once set up it seems to need no further fiddling with. I guess you may need a new belt every 10 years or so! The support from John Michel is second to none. He is always happy to chat and explain things. I have had a couple of very minor mods when I have visited his premises.(Bringing things up to date) As for the sound - obviously that will depend on the arm and cartridge I have the Rega RB 300 with the Ortofon MC25FL. I have also used the MC15 mk2, and the good old Audio Technica AT-F5 - the sound is really natural. Everything is there. Bass is not
overblown, but not lightweight either, just all notes played naturally and without effort. Midrange is clean and clear as is the high frequncy range.
Anyone who enjoyes playing records, or has a decent collection should concider this turntable. It may not be cheap - but it will last a lifetime and looks brilliant as well. The only other thing I would say is that if you have the extra cash available - then you should consider the 'Orb' also the SME arm with it - but I have been more than pleased with the sound with the Gyrodec/Rega/Ortofon combination.
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