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what is the best sounding turntable for 3k used?

looking for the holly grail of used TT for 3,000 or less. I would hope for reasonably easy set up. Needs to sound good with all kinds of recordings. It would be great to include good recomendations for a cartridge. Mostly listen to older jazz and rock recordings. Have a great mm/mc phono stage in my 2 piece tube pre.
liketolisten
liketolisten OP
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Thank you for taking the time to post these suggestions. I will start looking into some of the recommendations. Greg.
dmccombs
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Where would folks rank the Sota Star? I see used ones for $1850, which still leaves money for a decent arm and cartridge.

I own the Star and like the sound, but I can't compare it to other tables because of differing rooms, and auxiliary equipment.

Darrell
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ml6707
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How about a Linn LP12 or a VPI Scoutmaster?
dougdeacon
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A Galibier Serac (new) would outplay any of the tables mentioned so far, with the possible exception of a well modified Lenco or Garrard.
chashmal
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I think a used Linn LP12 or used SOTA Saphire, provided a GREAT cartridge is purchased new.
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