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Which turntable is better?

 I am considering my first turntable and having difficulty deciding between Technics 1500C, Audio Technica LP8X, Music Hall Stealth, Mofi Ultradeck or Rega Planer 6. My budget is 2K to 2.5K. I understand all the diferences in these tables as far as belt drive versus direct drive and semi automatic functions etc. but wanted to know from others experiences with these? I will probably upgrade cartridge from what is supplied. I don't have to have built in phono stage as my integrated, Unison Research Unico Due has one onboard.

robertq
robertq OP
17 posts
 

Also seems there is no love for Audio Technica LP8X? Is there something I'm missing here?

robertq OP
17 posts
 

Also seems there is no love for Audio Technica LP8X? Is there something I'm missing here?

facten
3,117 posts
 

I've had a Music Hall Stealth for a year, no operational issues, solid build. Like its ease to adjust VTF & VTA & anti-skate . I switched to the 2M Bronze from the supplied Blue

dayglow
2,433 posts
 

@robertq    The AT-LPA2 is the current flagship of the AT line and appears to be one of the better values in entry level turntables. A moving coil OC9XEN is supplied along with a separate speed/power control unit(avoid any TT with a wall wart). I have NOT heard this unit but this would be on a very short list if looking for a competent high value turntable.

olditguy
5 posts
 

I've been using my Thorens TD125 for about 40 years.  I did upgrade the tone arm to an SME III from a type II.  I have not found anything that sounds better on my system.  I also have an Revox b790 but you are limited on what cartridges you can use. It works best with very light cartridges.  

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