I settled on the Teres after hearing one locally. It is loosely based on the Scheu, and is an outstanding value for the money. I went for the lead-damped Cocobolo wood base, but I think it is offered at a variety of price points, with an upgrade path within each class (wood or acrylic). I really can't say enough good things about the table (easy to set up, wonderfully ergonomic, musical) or Chris Brady (just an all around good guy). A real sleeper of a table, and homegrown to boot!
What about the Teres Turntable?
Okay, you guys, I know I said that I was going to stick with SACD and never go back to analog. That was last month. This month I can't live without it anymore. I am going to buy an analog setup. My M.O. is to buy the best sounding gear at the lowest price possible by searching out the lesser known "gems" that many others pass over. This Teres turntable seems like it has all the right stuff, and comes as a simple kit. The reviews say it's in the league with the TNT, Clearaudio, Verdier and other $6k-$10k tables. The good news is it is only $1350-$2500 for the kits(less arm). A lesser table, the Scheu designed Eurolab, won TAS golden ear award last year. All the guys at the Vinyl Asylum say the Teres is much better than the Eurolab. What do any of you guys know about the Teres, or the others like Redpoint or Eurolab? Are there any other world class tables out there that are in that kind of price category that I am missing? Help would be greatly appreciated.