Orca Posted August 11, 2019 Share Posted August 11, 2019 (edited) Item: Rega P3-24 Ortofon 2M Bronze, with Groovetracer sub-platter and platter upgrades, Michell counterweight and white belt Location: Perth Price: Price Drop $1200 firm Item Condition: Very good. A solid 8/10. Some very minor blemishes Reason for selling: Bauer DPS3 Payment Method: Cash, Paypal, Bank transfer Extra Info: Upgraded platter, sub-platter, belt, counterweight It has the Groovertracer reference sub-platter, Delrin platter and Rega white belt upgrades, Michell Engineering underslung counterweight, with an Ortofon 2M Bronze cartridge (approx 400 hours). It has an external power supply with 33/45 electronic speed selection. Bias plays a part, of course, but this review on the sub-platter pretty much sums it up: The improvements are immediately noticeable and equivalent to moving up to the next price class, and perhaps beyond. The soundstage snaps into focus with greater clarity. The noise floor drops substantially, along with surface noise, which is pushed deep into the background as it is on more expensive tables. And on the Delrin platter: The sonic benefits include well balanced frequency response with no loss in dynamics. Upper frequencies are better defined which in turn allows more inner detail to shine through. The improved presentation of instruments within the soundstage provides better imaging. The sub-platter and platter alone are worth about $850, and the cartridge is about $400 to replace. The Michell counterweight cost me $240 from the UK in about April this year. There are two counterweights; one for cartridges 3-6 grams and one for cartridges 6-13 grams. Both allow the lid to be closed during play. I have loved this rig. It has served me well, but the call to upgrade cannot go unheeded, so it's time for a new home. I have all the original packaging and can ship anywhere at buyers expense. I would consider separating, but think the unit benefits greatly from the upgrades so would prefer to sell as a package. I have extras, such as felt mats, and all original parts will come with it. Basically, all the Rega stuff I have is included. Pictures: Edited September 8, 2019 by Orca 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockman Posted August 12, 2019 Share Posted August 12, 2019 I don't see a Michell counterweight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orca Posted August 12, 2019 Author Share Posted August 12, 2019 10 hours ago, Rockman said: I don't see a Michell counterweight? Aaah. Yes. You Don't. That reminds me I need to put photos up of that. I will do directly. Thanks for the reminder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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