Save some money and get a Technics SL100 C. Great turntable at the price.
I am currently using a Technics SL1200GR. It is better built than the SL100C but it costs twice as much (and has all the disco features). I bought it before the SL100 came out; I would probably have bought the SL100C if it had been available.
The SL1200GR is a great turntable. I A/B'd it with the SL1200G with a variety of carts and could tell no difference. The 1200G is a bit sexier, has two motors, and a magnesium tonearm. I concluded those features were not worth the extra cost.
A feature of all these turntables that I really enjoy is the removeable head shell. I run different carts depending on my mood. Not sure about the 100C, but the 1200GR makes it super easy to dial in the settings for each cartridge (I keep notes on a piece of paper where I store my carts). This is an essential element of my enjoyment of playing records! If I am looking for absolute accuracy and convenience, I use digital sources. But with the ability to easily swap carts, listening to records is a hoot!
Looking for more advice on purchasing a new turntable.
So I’m looking for Opinions/Advice from people who have high-end turntables and the experiences with.
First, I’ll start with my system. It consists of a Prima Luna preamp and two Prima Luna amplifiers along with the prima Luna phone stage with a pair of magnepans 1.7 My budget for the table is $5000 new or used, but for that price I would want it to come with a really good cartridge otherwise, 4000 for the table and 1000 for the cartridge.
Thanks I look forward to your recommendations.