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

I second whoever said to get a Rega P8 demo or maybe used from a dealer. The arm on that one is phenomenal. Just make sure you have it set up with as few vibrations as possible, ideally on a shelf or at least on a vibration control device if you're not sitting on a slab.

For the money, the Mofi Ultradeck is a great deal if bundled with the master tracker cart or above.  Prices have been significantly discounted lately. I like the Delrin platter material also.

Rega P6 if a fair buy. The used P8 will perform noticeably better.

I know the Technics 1200+ turntable series are a solid sonic audiophile choice, not so sure about lower models.

I would suggest this Marantz tt-15s1. I like some things about it.

It is at half-price, around $1500 at A4L. 

https://www.accessories4less.com/?page=item&id=MARTT15S1

Good luck.

Also, you should always have more than 1 turntable. Maybe, get a Technics at a later date.

@deep_333 Also, you should always have more than 1 turntable. …

Technics seems like a great choice for an additional turntable- very different from other offerings. Resisting/enamored with the idea of a Garrard 301/401, but a well sorted one can be a costly rabbit hole. The Artisan Fidelity versions are gorgeous.