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Best value table/arm/cart combo?

In a recent thread there was almost a concensus that the best way to assemble a quality analog set-up is to start with the table, preferably one that allows the greatest flexibility of tonearms, followed by a tonearm that worked with the greatest number of cartridges.

Being new to vinyl, and trying to stay within a $3k budget I'm looking for suggestions on the table/arm/cartridge combos that would meet these requirements while providing the best possible sonics for the money. I'm interested in buying used on Agon.

Thanks for your suggestions.
kenl

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cmo
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I would second the VPI Scout/JMW 9 recommendation. Great tables backed by a solid company. You can upgrade when or if you ever feel the urge. I would look at the ZYX, Grado wood bodies, or the Dynavector carts.

FWIW I am not a big fan of Rega tables. The ones I have auditioned all seemed to run fast with no bottom end and where poorly made.
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