I really like the Oasis. Timing cues, articulation of instruments, focus, quietness of background, speed stability all are outstanding. I find it to be quite neutral sonically--neither warm nor cool, soft nor edgy, imparting little character of its own. The Innovation Wood brought a faster, brighter personality to everything. I liked that deck but don't miss it. My Reference Lenco is somewhat fuller and richer than the Oasis with more visceral drive if less superfine filigree. But that's my old Reference Lenco Mk I, which is in Ottawa being upgraded to Mk. II status as I type. The new version should have improvements in overall clarity, fine detail, and speed stability.
The Oasis really needs good vibration control because it transmits whatever it picks up. I have it on a Minus-K, as I did the Innovation. Its screw-down clamp also takes some getting used to. Screw down too little and it sounds a little thin and hard, probably due to the integral ground-crystal platter mat; screw down too much and the dynamics become dull. I developed a system and can nail it pretty much automatically now, but it took some experimentation. Otherwise, it's a joy to use.
All in all, a wonderful turntable.
