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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
deep_333
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Also, you should always have more than 1 turntable. Maybe, get a Technics at a later date.

kennyc
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@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. 

alucard19
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you can try this one from music direct Denon DP-3000NE Direct Drive Turntable it's $2,799.00 it is a very good priced solid turntable.

 

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newton_john
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@deep_333 

Also, you should always have more than 1 turntable. 

What is the advantage in having more than one turntable?

Is it not spreading resources thinly when you could buy a better sounding one for the same total spend or upgrade cartridge, phono stage, etc? 

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bgross
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And then along comes this guy... Gold Note Valore 425. Seems like a legit alternative.

https://theaudiophileman.com/valore-425-turntable-review-gold-note/

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