Most beautiful turntable under $5k


Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but thought this might be a fun topic. Obviously the most important thing about audio gear is how it sounds, but I find some of it truly beautiful to look at too, particularly turntables, which almost by necessity are best placed somewhere on display. Some days I love the simplicity of something like the Clearaudio Concept Wood (particularly the dark wood)….other days the “audio jewelry” appearance of EAT or VPI. My personal vote, however, would go to the Gold Note Pianosa. For me it has a timeless beauty and elegance that’s never over the top. I can’t imagine ever tiring of looking at in and think it would look great with a wide array of decor.


What would be your personal choice for most beautiful turntable under $5k? What about cost-no-object options?

ethos123

I don’t really give a s- - - - what it looks like.
I care about what it sounds like. 

@spiritofradio 

I have the same table and I agree, it is very nice to look at. Unfortunately your pictures didn’t post. It’s a shame that audiogon won’t allow posting of pictures from your device. The method they use is archaic.

 

I will never own a $5,000 TT but I have own,2 Technics 1300,cheaper one,Nad 588,Flunance Rt85,AR xa1,Kenwood 2055,Marantz 6100 custom.