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Turntable recommendation

I am getting back t analog after being out of it for 20 years. What would be a good turntable recommendation if I want to buy used and spend $1800 to $2500? The default choice seems like the VPI Classic but reviews of that table indicate its midrange may be "dry" compared to other units. My system right now with Magico V3s is nicely balanced but leans toward the transparent side, and I would not want to exacerbate that--but neither do I want overly warm. Would like to spend $1000 or less on a cartridge, and thinking initially a Denon DLS1 if it mates well with the table. Phono preamp will be Sim LP5.3. Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
teeshot
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czbbcl
1,699 posts
 
I got back into vinyl with an old Thorens liked vinyl so much that I quickly upgraded to a VPI Classic one and love the table. Don't know where you heard the comment about dry sounding mid range; ridiculous. VPI is a great company with great support. I would recommend a VPI either a Scout or a Classic.
4musica44107
520 posts
 
+2 on the Amadeus or Simplex recommendation. Who wants to post the inevitable "+3" and beyond? ;->
jazzfan67
40 posts
 
You can get New Rega P7 just for $1800 (Music Direct)
And get New Ortofon 2m black $450 (EBay)
And you will be set.
paul2240
22 posts
 
Amadeus....this question has been asked so many times in the past.

Amadeus! Amadeus! Amadeus!

Yes, I have one. It amazes me every day.
teeshot OP
90 posts
 
Thanks for the responses. There is a Dynavector DV500 table available now which was designed by Well tempered' designer Bill Firebaugh. What would a combo of that table and a separate arm such as Origin Live or other arm around $1000 be like?
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