Ezwicky - Congratulations on your new speakers - Hope that you're enjoying them.
Of the 2 tables that you're considering I would choose the Music Hall over the Pro-ject simply because it ads an adjustment for vertical tracking angle which the Pro-ject does not.
That said, neither setup allows for azimuth adjustment which to me is pretty important as well. In the case of both tables, neither comes with a very nice cartridge and so at some point you're likely going to want to upgrade in which case, having the broadest ability to set up the tonearm is quite important.
The $1000 price range is a tough place in the market - there's a lot to pick from but it seems that all offerings come with some level of compromise.
Given that your local dealer carries most MH and Pro-ject, you might want to ask about the Pro-ject 2Xperience Primary Acryl Turntable - Clear. It's just over the top end of your budget but comes with an OK cartridge and a tonearm that allows for vertical tracking angle (VTA) adjustment as well as azimuth. Also, it has nicely designed damped feet and acrylic is also known to be a great solution to prevent resonance.
I also like that it has a full platter that is driven by an isolated motor/ belt rather than the flimsy subplatjer of the 2 tables you're suggesting.
If I were in your shoes, I would consider waiting until you can bump up your budget to the point where you're going to get something that you will not easily outgrow.
Just my $.02
Greg
Of the 2 tables that you're considering I would choose the Music Hall over the Pro-ject simply because it ads an adjustment for vertical tracking angle which the Pro-ject does not.
That said, neither setup allows for azimuth adjustment which to me is pretty important as well. In the case of both tables, neither comes with a very nice cartridge and so at some point you're likely going to want to upgrade in which case, having the broadest ability to set up the tonearm is quite important.
The $1000 price range is a tough place in the market - there's a lot to pick from but it seems that all offerings come with some level of compromise.
Given that your local dealer carries most MH and Pro-ject, you might want to ask about the Pro-ject 2Xperience Primary Acryl Turntable - Clear. It's just over the top end of your budget but comes with an OK cartridge and a tonearm that allows for vertical tracking angle (VTA) adjustment as well as azimuth. Also, it has nicely designed damped feet and acrylic is also known to be a great solution to prevent resonance.
I also like that it has a full platter that is driven by an isolated motor/ belt rather than the flimsy subplatjer of the 2 tables you're suggesting.
If I were in your shoes, I would consider waiting until you can bump up your budget to the point where you're going to get something that you will not easily outgrow.
Just my $.02
Greg