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Maybe I’m getting things mixed up. I thought the Baiardo had gravity clamps and the L had twist locking ones.

The ones on the regular Baiardo.

Has anyone bought a Baiardo L and upgraded the base clamps?

Does it count if I know anyone in the healthcare industry? ;)

Were you previously able to get one for 15 or 20 percent off?

I was referring to Solinco because I haven’t heard any with the GT Falcon weigh in one way or the other. I know the company had been around for a while making strings and rackets but they seem new the the stringing machine market.

How much does a new Baiardo go for? I’ve seen it listed for $6,000, but for some reason I thought you could get it for less. I’ve narrowed my options to the Ghost 2, GT Falcon, Baiardo L (and maybe upgrade the base clamps), or the Baiardo. I know I’ll be happy with any of them but it’s so...

@Power Player Thanks for the input. I’ve been looking for some used machines but not seeing much out there. The whole time I wait for a good used machine I keep getting rackets strung, so I don’t want to just sit around waiting indefinitely. Plus if it’s not close to me shipping can turn a good...

@ryushen21 do you know how to get in touch with someone for wholesale pricing?

@mad dog1 Wow! Sounds like steal. Were you looking for a while or did you just happen to look at the right place at the right time?

Does anyone know the benefits of the newer tensioner on the GT Falcon vs the Ghost? Is there anywhere to get a discount on either of them? The Ghost 2 and the GT Falcon are my first choices, although the Tourna 700-ES is tempting at $3,200.

@am1899 From the pricing I’ve seen, a Solinco is $400 more than the Alpha. Do you think it’s worth the premium plus the unknown customer service?

Illinois, why do you ask?

@HappyMilk I have looked at it a little. I am new to researching this, so I could be wrong, but it doesn't seem like Penta has the same reputation as companies like Wilson, Gamma, Alpha, etc. Do you know if they can be serviced in the states? I would hate to have to ship it to the UK if...

@LOBALOT Sounds like it was a great decision for you. Thanks for sharing. @mad dog1 Lot of praise for the Ghost, sounds like it should out it on the top of my list (unless you both are secretly in the marketing department at Alpha ;) ).

Hello, I am currently on the hunt for a stringing machine. Although I haven't decided 100%, I am entertaining the idea of "buy once cry once" and getting a very nice machine that I will keep forever and won't need/want to upgrade from. The machines I am currently looking at are the Alpha Ghost...

You guys are tempting me to spend way more than I need to!

Too late, I already bought a Baiardo ;)

I don't see the Alpha M8 on Alpha's website. Does anyone else have experience with this machine? I think right now I'm leaning towards a Tourna 350-CS or an Alpha Speed. Does anyone have any input on why I should go with one over the other?

Should I consider a Tourna 650-es or something comparable? Or would a 350 and a wise be a better value? So many variables it’s tough to make a decision!

Does anyone have experience with or an opinion on a Gamma X-ST + Wise tensioner? Or are there any other tabletop options I should consider?

Are there any tools you need to buy separately from a stringing machine? Also, do you need anything like an adapter to add a Wise tensioner?

I’ve looked on e-bay and CL but don’t see many options. Should I be looking somewhere else?

I imagine I would too. I’m not sure how easy it is to move the Tourna but I just thought it would be much easier to move something like a Gamma X-ST or X-ELS. But if the Tourna is a better machine then it’s probably the better choice.

I like the idea of having a tabletop machine and a stand to be able to move it around more easily and it’s more adaptable. It sounds like you are saying the Tourna 350 is better than the Gamma X-ELS. Are there any machines similar in quality to the Tourna 350-CS that are tabletop? That way I...

What are the pros and cons of buying something like a Gamma X-ELS compared to a Tourna 350-CS and a Wise tension head?

I’m looking to buy my first stringing machine and I need help deciding which one to get. I’ve read some other posts but don’t have a clear picture of which ones are best. Any recommendations and why would be appreciated. Thanks! 1. I’m looking to spend $1,000-$2,000. 2. I live in the US. 3...