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Opinions on budget TT

Which of these budget TT combo's would be the best sonically. I have nailed it down to these models, Rega P3-24 w/Exact or Ortofon Bronze, Pro-ject Xperience w/Ortofon Bronze or Sumiko EVO 111, Pro-ject Xpression 111 same cartridge set-up, or a used ClearAudio Emotion w/Ortofon Bronze or Black. Budget is between $1000 to $1200. Would like to spend less if possible. The only one of these tables i heard was the Rega P3-24 w/Elys 11 which was about three months ago, then my car broke down which put my purchase on hold. Now i am back looking. Opinions appreciated. Thanks

System:
Plinius 9200
Dynaudio Focus 140's
CDP Naim 5i-2
Speaker Cable DNM Solid Core
IC FMS Micro Wave
Power Conditioner Power Wedge Model 116 mk11
brian27b
jaybo
4,478 posts
 
of the ones listed, the clearaudio is the one. plays well above the price you're paying.
tobias
1,534 posts
 
I'd want to consider the Scheu Cello with that budget.

http://www.hudsonaudioimports.com/products_scheu.htm
learsfool
1,215 posts
 
I would add another vote for the Rega tables, which are far better than the Project for the money. The Exact 2 cartridge is a great match. I have not heard the Clearaudio.
kingmacaw
46 posts
 
jaybo, please tell me more about the clearaudio-interested in buying a marantz tt15 or ca emotions cmb table.
louisl
185 posts
 
I purchased a slightly used Music Hall MMF-7 here on A'gon, just ot test the analog waters again (I've listened to digital exclusively for the last 8-10 years). It comes with a Goldring Eroica h/o moving coil cartridge. It has proven to be one, if not one of the most, musically satisfying audio purchases I have ever made. I can't recommend it highly enough. I now use my $7500 CD player to warm up my system, prior to listening to my turntable. Oh yes, the price, used....slightly (and I do mean slightly, as it appeared to be in almost new condition), was $650. It's a no brainer, do a google search, and see what others have to say also.
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