Search the archives. Most seem to prefer belt drives, a minority prefer direct drives.
If you have specific tables in mind then tell us what they are ... you question as stated is too broad. There are very good and very poor examples of either design.
In some instances (DJ use) direct drive is the only option.
If you have specific tables in mind then tell us what they are ... you question as stated is too broad. There are very good and very poor examples of either design.
In some instances (DJ use) direct drive is the only option.