Would you still pay $10k or more for a turntable not full analog front end these days ?

No, that’s a ridiculous amount of money for either component. I can be satisfied 100% with much less than that and use the funds for better purposes.

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I think the solution is buy used on both from a reputable dealer

What could be a better purpose than buying excellent turntable ?

I have 30 other priorities/purpose for my hard earned money that isn't a turntable 

Well, some people don't even know what turntable is, let alone a good one, so to them it is all nonsense. However, I have a few other priorities too, for my easy earned money, so I can't buy it.

well, it's a hobby for people with resources for sure, $$$ helps. I feel that my lack of funds has taught me a lot, how to spend the little wisely and focus on enjoying what I have and chasing good recordings and not gear..