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Is a GREAT turntable under $2000 possible???

Howdy folks-

I’m really enjoying my current set up and return to 2.1 channel listening and Home Theater. Here’s what I’ve got:

-Mc402 Amp
-Anthem Mrx 520
-Oppo 103 Bdp with Scott Nixon tube dac
-Mac Mini with a Scott Nixon Usb tube dac
-Audience and Wireworld cables
-Tekton Electron speakers

I’d like to introduce vinyl to my evening listening pleasure. Any recommendations for a turntable (including arm, cartridge, etc) under $2000? Is this a reasonable figure? I have no clue when it comes to turntables so any advice given is surely appreciated.

Brent

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kahlenz
274 posts
 
Forget to mention that the Schiit Mani will work with your modified Denon 103 when you get it.  You will be surprised.  I ran a regular 103 through it and was impressed.  I'll admit I have stepped up my MC game a bit, but I probably spend more time listening to my MM carts.  Go figure!
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pkvintage
209 posts
 
Thorens TD 160, a few mods and any number of cartridges. Alwayd a solid performer. 
roberjerman
4,319 posts
 
+1 pkvintage! I have the Thorens 160/SME4 and 125/Rega300. Both are great TT's and capable of competing with the expensive machines!
roberjerman
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+1 Shubert! I too have a Pioneer PLX1000/Denon 103R and it is certainly the best under $1000 TT today! And it is made in Japan (if I am not mistaken!).
spenceroo
183 posts
 
Take a good look at the Mobile Fidelity tables. I have the Ultradeck with the Ultratracker cartridge. This table replaced a Clearaudio table that cost more than twice the price. The CA table was lean sounding, and the MoFi table is just plain fun to listen to. It's built like a tank, and it's dead quiet. It's simple to set up, and comes adjusted right from the factory. It should give you years of trouble free service.
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