Help me to choose turntable below 1600$.


Audio components -
Fostex TH900 - WA7
Price: Below 1600$.
Genres: Electronic/Metal


aeinstein
A second hand VPI HW MK IV can be had for under $1K

I've owned an HW for 32 years: the MK II for 25, and then the MK IV.

I have it set up with a Sumiko MMT and a Koetsu Onyx.

You can get a Jelco arm for $550, and then whatever cartridge suits you (except Grado, which is incompatible with that arm). 
@chakster 

Many people prefer the looks of the Pioneer. Personally, I think the black angel hair finish of the plinth is much more attractive than the Technics Silver. The tonearm also has a more attractive finish.
I'm not a DJ, however, I would think DJs might prefer the superior torque (another fact) ability of the Pioneer...maybe not.
 
Also, where can you get a like-new SL1200 for $699? Some people like the idea of having a warranty and clean cosmetics. 

Everytime someone mentions a PLX-1000 on these threads, the Technics owner brigade feels the need to sling false claims about these tables, like you did regarding the mass. They also feel the need to slander the Pioneer on a purely subjective basis, claiming the Technics is better without citing facts or reasons. It's like you Technics owners can't stomach the existence of this $699 look-alike table, as though it's a threat to your manhood. 
It's funny though, I never see Pioneer owners getting bent out of shape when someone recommends a Technics. 

Like a timepiece, difference between a 10$ one and a 10,000$ one is your ego .
^ Not true, however, the ROI drops off significantly past the  $1200 range.