Top ten DD turntables of all time?

Hmm.

Maybe i can be of help here. I have had virtually all the rare direct drive decks from japan.

The very best, which is strange, is the broadcast Denon DN-308 with the DP-100 motor unit. Its a big beast and ultra rare but worth the hassle.

The technics sp-10 mk3 is a stunning table.

Denon DP-100 also up there with the best.

1. Denon DN-308
2. Denon DP100 and Technics SP-10mk3
3. Pioneer Exlcusive P3
4. Nak T-1000 (when its working properly)
5. Sony PSX9
6. Yamaha GT-2000X
7. Micro Seiki DDX1500 and Pioneer P10

I've had more but you asked for direct drive.

Marantz TT1000 MkI & MkII (manufactured and co-designed by Micro Seiki)

1.YAMAHA PX2
2.MARANTZ TT1000
These still in my room. PX2 have the best sound. But,TT1000
Is the most beutyful.

Try a Gale GT2101 on. Magnetic bearing, isolated subchassis, digital control from 1 to 99 RPM, with looks to die for!

TW RAVEN AC3 also RAVEN BLACK NIGHT!! Great build quality wonderful sound easy to use ETC.