Interesting looking to be sure, as are many high end audio designs. But at $47K, I'd probably pass. If I had no price barrier, I'd probably still pick a Simon Yorke unit, even though they aren't the most expensive. If they're good enough for the Library Of Congress, who am I to doubt?
Here is their model line up:
http://www.recordplayer.com/
I really like the S7, and now that it isn't a current model, it can be had for a "real world" price of about $4 to $5K. (Hey, I can still dream can't I?)
Now if I needed an absolute showpiece, I'd lean towards:
http://www.continuumaudiolabs.com/
Admittedly, I can't come up with a single argument justifying a 6 figure turntable...but I'd certainly try if I had the wherewithal to drop that kind of coin on such a toy.
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