A SYSTEMDEK IIX is a wooden plinth turntable that can be readily upgraded with any number of tonearms and phono cartridges. The initial purchase price of a stock IIX in nice condition should be no more than $300 to $400, which leaves plenty of money left for a good tonearm and cartridge and possibly even a phono preamplifier.
Nice vintage $2k Turntable, cartridge, and phono stage
I currently have a current version Rega P3, I am looking to make a change. I have been drawn recently to vintage turntables especially with wooden plinths. The looks of the turntable are important (maybe more than they should be). I would like a good looking TT with a modern phono stage, used is fine, and a good quality cartridge. I’d be happy with a “good” not necessarily great sounding setup to go with my Simaudio integrated and KEF R5 speakers.
Anyone have any experience they can share?