Which Turntable??

I started with Pro-Ject turntables. They're great for the money but other options may be more appealing to you. Depending on budget and other equipment considerations, you may to consider the VPI Scout. I've never regretted this purchase. Absolutely phenomenal turntable from start to finish. I had the Ortofon 2M Black installed professionally and never looked back. Good luck!

Thanks for comments. Actually the Elemental is avail with or w/o USB/ preamp. There is no need for that feature.

By speed accuracy i assume you mean wow & flutter. What I was struck by is the big difference--- .025 comp to .15 for the Elemental. Is that because the former is DD?

I am using a Denon 395 going through a 4 spkr, 4 ohm set up. The speakers are Def Tech SM45 & JBL G300.

VPI Scout looks like it is a bit high.

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When the 4/ 4 set doesn't give enough bass I will hit the Loudness & most of the time one or the other spkr will do the trick.

"VPI Scout looks like it is a bit high. "

Its worth it.

"By speed accuracy i assume you mean wow & flutter. What I was struck by is the big difference--- .025 comp to .15 for the Elemental. Is that because the former is DD? "

I wouldn't worry too much about that, especially if you get the Scout. It runs good stock, but at some point you're going to want to upgrade for better sound. At that point, getting a stand alone speed control would be a better option.

By high i meant price of the VPI...