First Turntable Advice


Looking to dip my toes in with vinyl. Would prefer something easy to set-up/use, that gets me a good introduction to vinyl. At this point I have considered the Rega RP6, Clearaudio Concept, and VPI Scout 1.1. Any thoughts on these tables or any others I should be considering? I don't think I'll be able to audition them locally, so any input is appreciated.
My system is McIntosh C2300/MC352, B&W804D's, Luxman DA-06, MacBook Pro.
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I started with a Clear audio Concept, and then moved to an Rega RP6.

For a beginner I loved it. It does all the important things well. No VTA adjustments is actually great for me.

Its very musical and rich

Am now moving to a Rega RP8.
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Check out my system. We are on pretty much the same page, gear wise. My VPI Aries has matched up well with the rest. Shoot a little higher than the VPI Scout, if you can. The VPI SDS is also essential, so budget for that too, because you will want it eventually. Cheers!
All 3 will give you a great intro to vinyl. Of the 3, I love the simplicity of the RP6 w/Exact cart. No hassle, just plug and play with unprecedented PRaT. The Concept is a great TT by all means but with no upgradeable path. The Scout has the best upgradeable path of the 3 although I would save a little and go with the new Prime.

All that said, check out the Acoustic Signature Wow XL turntable. Best bang for the buck IMHO.

Happy search.