Hi -
Have two systems - one with a Technics 1210 (Decware phono preamp; Prima Luna PL 5 power amp; and Musical Fidelity CD PRE 24 preamp) and the other with a Technics 1500 (Rogue Sphinx 3 integrated amp). Both systems have Zu Audio speakers.
Both Technics TTs are as trouble free as you would want a TT to be. Quiet. Much attention was spent insuring a dead quiet motor. The big thing for me is the bayonet cartridge mounting, so trying different cartridges is no big deal. There are a few I swap around ... Hana EH MC; Ortofon Blue, and Audio Technica VM 540.
Important to me was having TTs from a brand with a reputation for longevity. Also was very impressed with all the design and research considerations that went into the new Technics line.
In all honesty, no interest in a Rega TT, although I have had Rega amplifiers, CD players, and speakers in use over the years.
What are you using now for a TT?
Rich