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what is the best sounding turntable for 3k used?

looking for the holly grail of used TT for 3,000 or less. I would hope for reasonably easy set up. Needs to sound good with all kinds of recordings. It would be great to include good recomendations for a cartridge. Mostly listen to older jazz and rock recordings. Have a great mm/mc phono stage in my 2 piece tube pre.
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ml6707
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How about a Linn LP12 or a VPI Scoutmaster?
dougdeacon
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A Galibier Serac (new) would outplay any of the tables mentioned so far, with the possible exception of a well modified Lenco or Garrard.
chashmal
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I think a used Linn LP12 or used SOTA Saphire, provided a GREAT cartridge is purchased new.
lewm
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Doug, If the Serac is under $3K, I see your point. Did not know that. It's an excellent choice for anyone who is NOT into any form of DIY audio. The Lenco, Garrard (and I might add the Technics SP10 Mk II) options all require a willingness to get one's hands dirty to at least some degree and to acquire some knowledge about tt physics, in order to maximize their performance.
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