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Low-Profile Turntable

Due to my setup, I'm looking for an top-quality turntable that measures no more than 7" (17.8 cm) in height from underneath the feet to the top of the dust cover. Budget is about $2000-$3000.

A friend is recommending either the Rega P3-24 or the Clearaudio Performance.

What would you recommend?
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johnnyb53
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It doesn't have to be a slim profile turntable like a B&O. Even a Technics SL12x0 is under 7", so I'd think that any turntable without a Herculean-sized plinth and suspension system would fit.

For example, the Clearaudio Performance CMB Turntable w/ Satisfy Carbon Tonearm is right in your budget range and is 5.1" high.
johnnyb53
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06-28-09: Agiaccio
The 7" height restriction (including dust cover) would be when not in use. Once the dust cover removed, I would have a total of 9"...
9 - 7 = 2

Is 2" enough clearance to remove the dustcover without banging the tonearm? I doubt it.
johnnyb53
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Less than 7" high and between $2000 and $3000?
Well Tempered Amadeus, Clearaudio Performance, Rega P7 (about 5"), Funk Firm with upgraded tonearm, Thorens TD 850 (5.7" high, Stereophile Class B, and TAS "Best of the Best" award).
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