Diving back into analog...which turntable to buy


Ive tried this a few years ago with a LP12 table and could never get it to sound as good as my digital so off it went.Im determined to get a table and make it work...So im willing to spend up to a grand,nothing more.What do I buy used or new.Looking for an easy to setup and maintain belt drive table.Thanks in advance
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I was offered by a couple guys a used Scout in my price range.My asking is I have no audio stores in my area,none.Closest is 3 hours away..Im going that direction with VPI.Thanks again
Your best bet is to get a Vinatge Garrad 401 (301 is too expensive for not much/any improvement in sound) and get it to sit on a Birch ply plinth. A Rega RB300 or Jelco Sa-250 tonearm would be just fine. You will hear great analog sound for as less as $1.5k. It will be a sound that will at least make you think long and hard staying analog. The entry level Regas and Pro-jects and stuff just cannot bring the same level of musical drama compared to a nice Garrard. In the end it will be the easiest thing to sell if you do not want the analog hassle.
Buy a used Well tempered record Player, Classic or Turntable. All of which can be had for less than or around $1000.00. Back in the day, many Linn owner sold off ther LP12 and switched to Well Tempered. I owned a WTRP and can say that it is a very good spinner indeed. Purchase a Denon 301 MKII and you'll be lovin your playback.