Rega RP3 vs Sota Moonbeam II

I haven't heard the Sota but have heard that they are good from dealers that sell both. I bought a Rega RP3 w/ a Rega RB303 tonearm. Mounted my Linn Adikt and don't miss either of the 2 Sondek LP 12's that I had w/ Ittcok LVII and Ekos arms costing 3 and 4 times more. It sounds great through all tube system. Good luck.

I don't know about table, but RB 300/ Ortofon 2M black is excellent combination .
I have upgraded Thorens TD 316 with Michell RB 300/ 2M black/ Michell Tecno Counterweight and I'm very,very happy.
My previous table was Rega P7.

Rega decks are engaging, groovy and a lot of fun. From the RP3 up should be a good choice. Just get a good cartridge for it and you're done. Their build quality may not match the costlier decks out there but the sound quality is just pure fun. Other turntables may produce more detail or sound more accurate but the "joie de vivre" feel of the Regas is something really special.

i'd go with the VPI.the rega is better than the sota.my rega RP3-24 sounds very good.

"Joie de Vivre" = run fast. Buy a good old jap DD and you can get even more.