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Looking for turntable for under $1000

I've been looking at turntables but don't want to spend over $1000. I like the Pro-ject line because they have RCA jacks at the base of the tonearm which allows the user to choose any interconnect he wants. Also like the fact that, unlike the Rega, the the VTA can be easily adjusted. I've narrowed it down to the Xpression ($500), RM-6 SB ($900) and the Xperience ($1000). Would be interested in all your thoughts. Thanks everyone. Bob
bobgates
bobgates OP
535 posts
 
Piedpiper - thanks for clarifying that.
oregon
608 posts
 
Bob,
See this thread for info and testimonials from Lenco maniacs. The table is a serious, true audiophile, INCREDIBLE machine. Note Jean Nantais's posts as he deserves the credit for sharing his ideas and hard work. I have built 3 and i am in the process of completing 2 more.
This past weekend a local audiophile placed his $4k table on the auction block after hearing one of my tables in his Naim system. Same thing happened 2 months ago with another audio local.
Before you make a decision, see the "systems" and read through the thread.
"Building high-end 'tables cheap at Home Despot II"

Oregon
bobgates OP
535 posts
 
Oregon - I will take a look at the Lenco; thanks very much for your input. Bob
psychicanimal
1,738 posts
 
Direct drive or idler wheel drive at this price point. Belts are a real waste of money anyway you put it.
tvad
9,467 posts
 
I considered the Lenco, but after watching several E-Bay auctions and reading several Lenco threads, it became clear that the investment was eventually going to exceed $1000 once a better plinth was built and a good tonearm was purchased. I decided I was more interested in a plug-n-play solution. The KAB Technics SL 1200 series tables would be at or near the top of my list at the $1000 price point due to their reputation and ease of use.
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