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Good Semi-automatic Turntables ?

Pardon my ignorance, but are there any good quality semiautomatic turntables available new these days?
I am in the market for a new turntable in the <$1200 range, but would rather have the motor shut off, (and ideally have the arm lift) after the record is finished. Any recommendations?

Thanks,
Rick.
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bignerd100
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THorens
Old Denon

Once upon a time there was a spring loaded/tension type mechanism that you could attach to any table and when the arm reached the end of the record it would trip the gadget and lift the arm. I asked a TT rep if they could make something like that and he said "sure, but we won't." It's not what audiophiles want according to the rep. Apparently they don't care what the consumer wants.

Good luck!
bignerd100
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Amen Sdecker.
Ludites unite to demand useful technology.
Read review of newest Thorens in Absolute Sound.
Not that this is a reputable publication anymore but they did say nice things.
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