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Rega RP8 and alternatives in $3000-4000 range

Hi,

I'm thinking of replacing my RP3 with an RP8. Are there any obvious alternatives in the $3000-4000 price range? I've been looking at a VPI Classic 1 (but it's not available in stores in my city so I can't try it).

I'd be particularly interested in hearing from people who have long-time experience with the RP8. Is it a keeper or have you decided to upgrade to an RP10 or something else?
fabsound
pani
1,219 posts
 
Rega RP8 is a no brainer, to put it simply.
If you want to look at something thats seriously more interesting, check out the Jean Nantais Lenco or Garrard 401 rebuilds. They are as quite as the Rega and way more dynamic and fun:
http://www.idler-wheel-drive.com/
fabsound OP
31 posts
 
Thanks for your advice, everyone.
Yes, best to take time and try out
And yes, I have a feeling that the rp8 is great value for the money. The fact that alternatives such as vpi classic signature on black Friday sale cost 5k says something. That's 2k more and that's a lot for me
mr_m
1,900 posts
 
Try a Well Tempered Lab Amadeus Mk.II. Easily beat any Rega I ever owned. IMHO.
fjn04
1,561 posts
 
+ 1 on Mr_m's advice. Or the Amadeus GTA would keep you under 4K. My GTA was less than 4K. The EAT certainly looks sharp.... Would like to hear it.
bpoletti
1,553 posts
 
VPI Prime. Buy it and don't look back. Second choice is a VPI Classic.

IMO, I haven't heard any serious tables in the same price ranges as the various Rega tables that doesn't better the Regas. Just my opinion. YMMV.
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