Would these 2 turntables be considered an upgrade to what I already own?

gfong
gfong Posts: 1,079
edited January 2011 in 2 Channel Audio
I own a Audio-Technica LP120 USB turntable and was wondering if either of these 2 tables would be an upgrade or make a noticable differance in sound reproduction?

(I can get either table with 20% off of the listed price.)
Pro-Ject Audio Debut III Turntable with Ortofon OM-5E Cartridge $399.00 (many colours)

Music Hall MMF 2.2LE with Tracker Cartridge $499.00 (white/red/black)

My AT 120 is starting to annoy me as it hums when the arm gets closer to the center of the record. I have aligned everything and have tried two different cartridges. Cables are attached and can not be changed out.
Anyway I am sure I could deal the AT for a few bucks if I did end up going with either of the 2 tables listed.

Most reviews say the Pro-ject is an great entry level table and they say that the Music Hall 2.2 has a better tone arm then the 2.1!

Thanks.
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  • quadzilla
    quadzilla Posts: 1,543
    edited January 2011
    Both would be a major upgrade.
    Turntable: Empire 208
    Arm: Rega 300
    Cart: Shelter 501 III
    Phono Pre: Aural Thrills
    Digital: Pioneer DV-79ai
    Pre: Conrad Johnson ET3 SE
    Amp: Conrad Johnson Evolution 2000
    Cables: Cardas Neutral Reference
    Speakers: SDA 2.3TL, heavily modified
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  • raffi
    raffi Posts: 114
    edited January 2011
    I don't currently own a TT but QZ is right. If I could get either one of those at the price listed less 20% I'd be all over it...good luck.
    2 channel rig: MMF 2.2 turntable, Adcom GFP-715, Adcom GFA-555, Adcom ACE-515, Carver M-1.0t, Denon 5900 CD/SACD, SDA-SRS 2.3s (Zardoss modded), AQ Diamondback & King Cobra IC's and AQ Type 4 speaker cables

    HT rig: Panny 50" G20 plasma, Directv DVR, Insignia BRD/DVD/SACD/DVD-A, Denon AVR-890, Fronts: Polk Monitor 70's, Rears: Deftech Mythos Gems, Center: Polk CS1, Sub: Polk PSW-505
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  • gfong
    gfong Posts: 1,079
    edited January 2011
    I think I will be going with the Music Hall MMF 2.2LE Ferrari Red turntable. Going downtown tomorrow to possibly have a listen to the Rega and the Pro-ject. I do not think I can see or hear the Music hall in my area.

    Thanks for the information.
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  • markmarc
    markmarc Posts: 2,309
    edited January 2011
    Take a look at the Rega RP1, I checked out the Project and Music Hall you mentioned and ended up with the RP1.
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    Amplifiers: Parasound Halo P6 pre, Vista Audio i34, Peachtree amp500, Adcom GFP-565 GFA-535ii, 545ii, 555ii
    Digital: SimAudio HAD230 DAC, iMac 20in/Amarra,
    Speakers: Paradigm Performa F75, Magnepan .7, Totem Model 1's, ACI Emerald XL, Celestion Si Stands. Totem Dreamcatcher sub
    Analog: Technics SL-J2 w/Pickering 3000D, SimAudio LP5.3 phono pre
    Cable/Wires: Cardas, AudioArt, Shunyata Venom 3
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  • raffi
    raffi Posts: 114
    edited January 2011
    Another good suggestion by markmarc...the RP1 along with the Debut III and MMF 2.2 are the only 3 turntables that I'm considering, as I'm looking for good performance/reliability/affordability. From what i've researched, you should be in good shape with any of those 3.
    2 channel rig: MMF 2.2 turntable, Adcom GFP-715, Adcom GFA-555, Adcom ACE-515, Carver M-1.0t, Denon 5900 CD/SACD, SDA-SRS 2.3s (Zardoss modded), AQ Diamondback & King Cobra IC's and AQ Type 4 speaker cables

    HT rig: Panny 50" G20 plasma, Directv DVR, Insignia BRD/DVD/SACD/DVD-A, Denon AVR-890, Fronts: Polk Monitor 70's, Rears: Deftech Mythos Gems, Center: Polk CS1, Sub: Polk PSW-505
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  • TroyD
    TroyD Posts: 13,077
    edited January 2011
    Any one of the three would be a huge upgrade...money money being on the Rega.

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  • polkapolka
    polkapolka Posts: 145
    edited January 2011
    I would suggest one more, the Project 1.3 Genie http://www.project-audio.com/main.php?prod=rpm13&cat=turntables&lang=en for information

    and this, Needle Dr. site... http://www.needledoctor.com/Brand-Stores/Pro-Ject_2

    It is $499, and is supposed to be quite competitive within that price range. If you can see/ listen to this one, it wouldn't hurt.

    Good luck with your purchase,
    Matt
    Mitsubishi 60" HD LDP
    Polk RTI-A3 L/R
    Csi-a4 CC
    Polk CSW 10 Sub
    Pio. Elite VSX-03
    Pioneer BDP-51FD Blu-Ray
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  • gfong
    gfong Posts: 1,079
    edited January 2011
    I started a new thread with my new turntable addition. Thanks again all, really appreciate the advice/assistance. Thanks, Greg Fonger (gfong)
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