Recomendation on turntable for less than $1500

Btw......if your only worried about 5 he motor in your current rig why not just buy a spare at well under 100. Fixing your ground problem is easy and shouldn't cost much or take much time.

Then, instead, upgrade you phono section or cartridge with the remaining 1400. That will go along way in upgrading your sound.

A totally tweaked out 150 will out perform any of the above mentioned tables and make them sound like broken toys. Well, okay, that is a bit of a hyperbole but, really, it will sound better. Honestly, you would have to spend way more than 1500 to improve upon your current rig.

You know, Raymonda, you're right. I've been a big baby about this. There are a number of combinations discussed in the manual that I did not try for grounding options. And the motor is fine now anyway.

You've inspired me to not give up on my 150. I might even pick up a few more LPs just to add to my motivation.

I wonder if I should upgrade from the original, non-polarized power cord.

Thanks all for the discussion.

Glad I could help.....now pick up that soundsmith benz ruby. The seller said it has less than 7 hours on it for 800. Now that is some good sounds. Or that sutherland 20/20. Another great deal. Depending on what your running now, either might be just the ticket.

stretch to 2K and try to get the newly introduced Clearaudio Concept Wood with the Satisfy arm and MM cartridge. List is 2400, but you could probably find a dealer who can get it under 2K.....
This would be a lot more value than anything out there
@ 1500.00 if only because of the great arm....

Thanks

Rega RP6
VPI Traveler
Clearaudio Concept
Sota Satellite (w/out arm)
Funk Firm Flamenca
Pro-ject 2 Xperience
All in your price range of $1,500.00

The best bang for the buck would have to be the Marantz Reference Series TT-15S1 (Basically a Clearaudio built to Marantz specs)
•includes moving magnet cartridge with ebony base
•non-servo AC motor with endless silicone belt drive
•high-density acrylic chassis and platter
•straight aluminum tone arm
•three solid adjustable aluminum support feet
•"Clever Clamp" by Souther Engineering

The guys at Crutchfield are selling this wonderful TT for $1499.99 including free shipping and lifetime tech support.

Acoustic Signature WOW for a little more ($1,995.00) may be last turntable you'll ever buy.

Good luck and happy listening!