Out of curiosity I just checked the MD site and they still have the refurbished Marantz's for $1195.
Best sounding turntable and cartridge for $1100
I have seen a lot of turntable and cartridges packages in $1000- $1100, such as the Project RPM3 with the Sumiko BP-2 MC. Project Xperience 1 with a Sumiko Pearl MM; Rega Planar 3 with a Elys II cartridge.
I have formerly owned a Rega 3-24 with Elys II and a Project Carbon DC with Ortofon 2M Red (which I did not like at all) . Would like to try something different, but can live with the above brands depending on their overall performance
Need recommendations for turntable/cartridge new or used combo that punches far above its price of $1100. Thank you
Showing 3 responses by helomech
If I were in your predicament, I'd try to stretch the budget a bit and try the Marantz TT-15S1. They come with a pre mounted Clear Audio Virtuoso cartridge. I think the turntable is actually made by Clear Audio and rebadged as Marantz. I think it's probably a good deal at $1500 total. Music Direct sells them and has no hassle returns. www.musicdirect.com/store/marantz-tt-15-acrylic-turntable At one time they were selling factory refurbished models for around $1200. I did a lot of research in this price range before I decided to double my budget and the Marantz was at the top of my demo list. |
Though the Roundtable might be a good value at $300, I highly doubt it will perform as well as most tables in the $1k range. Since you seem to be looking for new instead of used, I highly recommend trying a Pioneer PLX1000 if you don't have an aversion to direct drives. You might be able to find a NOS VPI Traveler for close to $1100 or you might also consider a VPI Player. |