Not much talk about Yamaha turntables.

Thanks Chakster, but those seriously look well above $1k.

EBM, well then which one?

MC:  Right, not much. 

Mark:  Are the p750/751 vintage or current models?

Hey yogi, i saw that earlier!!! Looks impressive!!! I'll have to buy a cartridge for it. 
I just don't know whether it's MM or MC.  My integrated is MM. 

No, I don't have to buy Yamaha.  I was just curious as to why not so much here about Yamaha turntables. 

Chakster, according to Music Direct, the Pioneer above is a descendent of the Technics, and even betters it at only $700.
  Any thoughts?

Yogi, thanks!  Everyone else, I'm interested in current models only, no vintage. That's why I asked when someone offered the 750/751.
I didn't know that the sub $1k current Yamahas were garbage, according to some. 

and while we're on the subject,  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvswW6M7bMo

Chakster, I'll look into those.   I'm afraid to see how much the "signature" grado will be.  

oh, $450. yeah that's not gonna happen.  I'm trying to keep this whole thing under a grand. 

Alrighty then.  I'm gonna shoot for the Pioneer.  Now for the cartridge.  I see here that the Grado Prestige Black and the Nagaoka MP110 were recommended for this TT.  Can anyone describe the differences in these two or recommend another cartridge(s)?

Any opinions on the Fluance RT85, anyone?

Chakster:  There you go, much better!!!! I'm not looking to build a reference TT.  First of all, I'm just getting into vinyl.  It's a whole new world for me.  I was reading about all the adjustments I might have to make and that's what turns me off, although I'm sure others live for this.   And secondly, I'm not looking to blow several grand.  I'm looking for a good, solid quality entry level unit.   I have no plans on upgrading whatever I decide on (that's what we all say).  So I want to get something decent and get it right the first time.  That's why I'm here, to get good solid opinions and advice.  

hmmmm, lots to think about now.