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Nottingham Interspace vs Pear Audio vs Analogue Works

I am looking at some entry level turntables from the three manufacturers mentioned above.  Being small companies I have not been able to find many reviews ( and for that matter dealers).  The Nottingham seems to be better priced than the AW One and the Pear Audio Captain John Handy; and comes with a 10 inch arm. The question is, am I losing much sonic performance with the savings?
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rivinyl
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uberwaltz
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Nottingham Spacedeck here.
Read much about the 60hz hum in a few reviews. Never heard any in my system.
Dont think you will go far wrong with an Interspace ever.
I use an Achromat on mine and the better the cartridge the better she sings, seems to be no limit n how well it can perform, just my wallet!



rivinyl OP
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Thanks for your input. My other option is the new Feikert Volare which I have heard is quite good as well.
any thoughts ?
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uberwaltz
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Can’t offer any opinions on the Volare apart from price wise it is likely more expensive than your other choices, all of which are variations on the late Tom Fletchers designs.
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