You may live very happily with older top models from Thorens, Sony, Kenwood, Denon, Technics etc. You should be aware that many newer DJ tables come with short straight tonearms specifically made for scratching. These will not allow you to mount your cartridge in the optimal geometry for regular music playback. I have that old workhorse of a Dj-deck, the Technics SL-1200mk2, and I prefer it over the Rega Planar 3 that I had in the past. The heavy platter, heavy plinth idler wheels look interesting if your willing to put in som work yourself. In brief: I would avoid the new Dj tables and explore older tables (which can be bought for a few hundred $ or less). Have fun!
- Harald
- Harald