My budget for a turntable is very similar to yours. I’m currently trying to build up a second system and I think I’m going to purchase the Denon DP 3000NE. Completes with the Technics but in my opinion they just look better with the dark wood wrap. They are now slightly above your budget ($2700) but maybe you can get one used or a demo at a local dealer for cheaper.
Rega P3 RS, Michell TecnoDec, Avid Ingenium
I sold off my audio system several years ago after having lost my dedicated listening room to a home renovation (thaaaaat's right 
). I'm looking to build a new system at a relatively modest level and have been researching turntables in the $2000-$2500 range. The three I've been most focused on are the Rega P3 RS, the Michell TecnoDec and the Avid Ingenium. Needless to say it's difficult to listen to all of these turntables in person without traveling around the country, so I was hoping to tap into the collective knowledge of the forum. If anyone has any opinions on how these turntables compare then I'd love to hear them.
For reference, I've owned a Planar 3/RB300 in the distant past and really enjoyed it. I subsequently went to a Linn LP12, then a VPI Aries/SDS/JMW-10 and finally a Basis 2500 Signature/Vector 3. So, yeah, I'm kind of going backwards at this point but I've given myself a realistic budget and just want something relatively affordable and simple so that I can enjoy my LPs again.
Thanks in advance.
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@licarijo The Denon isn't on my radar, but let us know how you like it once you get it into your system. |
@licarijo I'm selling an Avid Ingenium if you have interest. It's in superb condition with very little use. You can email me with questions at [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1580730076449960/?mibextid=dXMIcH
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I’m just waiting on the 2026 TecnoDecs to arrive at my dealer before taking delivery. Really looking forward to finally getting the ’table setup and playing records, although there’s still the question of which cartridge to go with... https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/has-anyone-compared-the-rega-nd7-to-the-goldring-eroica-hx |
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