Had the same table and also hated it. I bought it from Audio Advisor and the salesman told me it was their best selling TT. Then, he informed I could not return it or trade it. However, it was 3 months old. So much for AA's alleged advisers. The table is a piece of junk.
However, avoid Thorens's new line of tables. And double avoid, the so called Thorens "vintage" models on ebay that may be upgraded or refurbished. They are a nightmare of problems and don't offer the vintage sound they claim.
Check out either the Pioneer PS-1000( approx. $600, (and reviewed in Stereophile about 2 years ago by Herb Reichert) or the new Rega Planar 1 table which is approx. $450 and includes a cartridge. I would contact Music Direct, or check their website for new or clearance analog items. Good Luck