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Best TT under $1k

I’m looking to get into vinyl but don’t really no where to begin. I’ve been doing ample research on what TT to buy but am seeking the opinions of the A-gon community. I’m looking to spend under a grand, $750 if I can get away with it. (new or used)

Some units that I’ve looked at online:

Pro-Ject Debut Carbon DC Esprit SB Turntable – $599
Rega Planar 2 Turntable – $675
VPI Cliffwood Turntable – $900
Rega Planar 3 Turntable – $945
Technics SL-1200MK2

Criteria in order of importance:

- Sound quality
- Must include cart
- Excellent build quality
- Upgrade-able. Usable now but can upgrade down the road.
- Easy to setup/ use/ maintain

Thanks,

Joe

audionoobie

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mr_m
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+1 for The Rega RP-6. Killer table at the used prices. Usually around 1k.
mr_m
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Bpoletti

Did/are you running that AR ES1 turntable with the stock AR tomearm? I owned that table a long time ago with the stock arm and that table absolutely stunk with that arm. I also owned the Rega RP-6, completely stock and it ran all over that AR turntable. If your AR turntable beat the Rega, I would be almost certain you put a higher quality arm on it. AND probably one that cost more than the 'table itself. Let's compare apples to apples and go completely stock on both AR and Rega, and I will guarantee you the Rega will be better. My mileage on this won't vary, it is spot on.....
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