Turntable recommendation for under 6k

I would look for a used SME 10 at about $5K and spend the rest on a cartridge. Maybe a Shelter or an Ortofon.

Hi go for one of the SOTA turntabels, from Star and up, they are great. Playing at a very high level compared to the price.

I have had severals and you get a superb support too.

Put a Mörch DP6 on it and because of the possibillity to change the armtubes ist a very versaile combination.
Cartridge must be put in context with your prefferance and the rest of the system.

Easy to live with, very musical and runs for ever.

regards Thastum

I'm a huge fan of my Townshend Rock 7.

Sota V Sapphire $3100.
Sme 309 $2400.
Grado Sonata $600.

This gets you a nice new setup within your budget!

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It doesn't look like first TT from the post content view."

Maybe I'm missing something, but all I see is this.

"Hello: I am starting to look a turntable upgrade and want to budget for arm, cartridge and table 6k. Used is ok. Any recommendations appreciated and or advise. Thanks, Bruce"

If the OP was already into vinyl, I would expect more info, especially with a budget of 6k. Current setup, phono stage, mm/mc, likes dislikes, music preference, high/low output, tube/SS, Bal/SE... At some point, that info will be needed.