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Need Recommendation for Turntable--$2-3k

Hi all.  I need recommendations to start a short list for turntables to consider.  Here's my setup...

Manley Chinook Phono Preamp
Ortofon 2M Black MM and Dynavector 20xh Soundsmith retip
Primaluna Dialogue Premium HP Integrated
PSB Imagine T2s
(Roksan Radius 5 mk1 out of commission)

I listen to 60-70% vinyl. 

Thoughts?  And thank you in advance!
128x128jbhiller
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jperry
2,437 posts
 
Shop diligently for a used SME 10. You will be able to find one in the $3k - $4k range, but it may take a while. Unless you get the upgrade bug you will not need to shop for a turntable again.

Best regards,

Jim Perry
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gshepardbuster
620 posts
 
Used VPI Prime. 
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yogiboy
5,531 posts
 
Put this on your list!
http://www.sotaturntables.com/newtables/sapphirejewel.htm
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stereo5
6,289 posts
 
VPI Classic 1, new for 2700.00 from Music Direct.
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jbhiller OP
1,361 posts
 
Great recommendations--I'm building the shortlist.

Does anyone know how the VPI Classic compares with the Prime?  
soundwatts
221 posts
 
Prime or new 2017 Scout 
honestabe316
12 posts
 
Does anyone have used opinions on the 2017 scout? For $2199 I could get a decent cart and meet my 3k budget.....a classic with  cartridge  will put me over budget.....
mtrot
804 posts
 
What improvements did VPI make for the 2017 Scout, vs the 2016?
rhljazz
1,250 posts
 
New: Origin Live Aurora with silver arm or an alternative Gem Dandy Polytable with Jelco 750 arm and optional speed control.
mr_m
1,900 posts
 
Well Tempered Labs Amadeus Mk. II.
soundwatts
221 posts
 
Mtrot I have the new scout. Same design as the prime. Has a better motor, 300 rpm round one and improved feet. I can tell you that I listened to many tables before buying this one and it was far superior to some German tables costing twice as much. I use a koetsu black and the combo is outstanding.
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