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Need advice on what to look for in a turntable - budget $6K to $10K

I am getting into this hobby and am now focused on a proper turntable to support my new amp and speakers (Voxative 211 Integrated and 9.87 speakers).  I also bought a new Parasound JC3+ phono stage.  While at RMAF this year I did listen to the Fern & Roby turntable and was very impressed.  It sounded awesome with the Voxativ equipment.  That being said, it would be $8K+ and I thought I should learn a little more about what to look for in a turntable and ask the community for alternatives.  Thank you in advance.
128x128mmporsche
inna
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Well, you got $40k speakers and $20k amp. I don't understand why you bought $3k Parasound phono. That all metal table looks like a prototype of a new armored vehicle, Schroeder arm is nice simple and elegant, such a contrast.
stewart0722
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The parasound JC3+ is a world class phono pre......very musical regardless of it's cost.....
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mmporsche OP
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I originally had Constellation amp/preamp and read that John Curl had a hand in their design.  That is why I bought the JC3+ hoping for trickle down engineering.  I haven't had a decent turntable to really listen to the quality and hence my current pursuit.
rhljazz
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I have a couple of suggestions that may complement your system origins, aesthetics, and voicing.  One is direct drive, the Brinkman Bardo, and the other idler drive, the PTP audio solid 9.

Both are well reviewed, the Bardo my MF and the PTP by Art Dudley. 

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mmporsche OP
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Thank you to all that have responded so far.  Denver is very limited on hi-end dealers of audio gear.   We have VPI, Thorens, Rega, Pro-ject and Transrotor.  I would like to try something in my home and I like the idea of having someone local who can help set it up properly.  Any thoughts on these brands due to them being available locally to try before I buy?
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