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VPI or Pro-ject

Hi
I'm looking at getting a new turntable and considering either a Pro-ject or VPI.
I had a Rega P3 and just sold it.

I'm looking at possibly the VPI Prime or Pro-ject Extension 10.
I use a Devialet 200 for the rest of the duties.

I'm no expert in turntables so I'm seeking advice. I'm open to other models in either of these two brands but those examples are about how much I want to spend.

Advice please, thanks, Bill
mr_bill
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danzspkrman
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Have to add something else, I have a Soundsmith AIDA on our Prime that is outstanding. If you are not feeling the almost 2k investment, try out the Carmen... It too is an outstanding choice(about $800) The Ortophon 2M black is killer too, only $800 or so too. 
mr_bill OP
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Thanks everyone. 
Not even sure how much to spend on a cartridge but it will definitely be under a grand. 
The Rega P3 was fine but a stop gap. I wanted to pick up a good table and just be done. I enjoy vinyl and want to start including it. I guess it takes me back to my youth. And, is supposed to sound better than digital - right? :/)
bpoletti
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For a cartridge, you could take a hard look at an AT OC9/II.  It needs careful set-up and a good phono stage, but will reward the listener far beyond it's price.  I attribute the criticism for the OC9/II to poor set-up or a poor phono stage match up.
almandog
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Mr Bill,

The Project is a great TT but I would highly recommend the VPI Prime, this TT is out of the world and you would not regret it. I also think you should go and evaluate both TT if you can. What phono stage are you going to use?

mr_bill OP
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Hi Almandog,
Thanks and I have a Devialet.
Im really thinking the Prime.
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