Entry level turntable for my son


Hello all, 
My 16 year old has the same audio sickness as me. He recently approached me about acquiring a turntable for his system. Any recommendations on the entry level stuff from Rega, project, music hall, etc? Should I stick with the newer stuff or look for an older model like a Planar 3 or a MMF-5? I still use my Linn LP 12,  but I hear the newer ones out there have some nice new features the older entry level stuff didn’t. I don’t think he will be looking to do any modifications in the near future, he just wants to spin some vinyl. 
Thanks in advance!
skipper320

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how about a dual 1229q ,has strobe, auto on/off no  cuing necessary or they can go manual, removable headshell,an idler drive and they last forever, probably find one for $100to $200. I gave my old one to my son and he is still using it! He loves that he doesn't have to get out of his chair to lift the arm like dad does.