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RE: Thorens TD 150 Super Build

There have been many studies done demonstrating the damping properties of carbon fiber, which apply to audio applications. Carbon fiber is used in many, many audio applications with tremendous success. Because you may not like it does not make it a poor choice.

Your chrome plating analogy is better suited for veneers, paint and to some degree plating. Although, anodizing, too has proven to have structure benefits, as well as, some types of paint like coatings.

I respect the fact that you may not like the looks. But this is not vinyl wrap. Also, I would think that before you make such a broad brush stroke you should listen with your ears before you talk with your mouth.

I have modded more than a few tables and have found that carbon fiber can be an excellent alternative to other materials. I also use other materials, too, aluminum, stainless steel, mdf, real woods, acrylics, butyl, etc. For this application, arm board, internal bracing, head shell and top plate I went with carbon for performance not looks.

If your anywhere near upstate NY I invite you to stop by for a listen. Then, if you don't like what your hear you can be as critical as you like. Otherwise, save your cristism for looks and abstain from making sonic judgements on something you've never heard.


Edits: 03/18/17
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