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Entry level turntable for my son

Hello all, 
My 16 year old has the same audio sickness as me. He recently approached me about acquiring a turntable for his system. Any recommendations on the entry level stuff from Rega, project, music hall, etc? Should I stick with the newer stuff or look for an older model like a Planar 3 or a MMF-5? I still use my Linn LP 12,  but I hear the newer ones out there have some nice new features the older entry level stuff didn’t. I don’t think he will be looking to do any modifications in the near future, he just wants to spin some vinyl. 
Thanks in advance!
skipper320
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bdp24
10,306 posts
 
A VPI HW-19 (build like a tank) with a Jelco or Rega arm. Available for under a grand.
totem395
390 posts
 
Noting recent medical advances and cure's for various
maladies, I'd have to second or third the recommendation
for a DD Technics of some sort.

Would make a great stepping stone if the illness is terminal. 

johnto
1,081 posts
 
Check out U- Turn audio very affordable and American made with great reviews. The company was started a few years ago by some high school students.
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bubba12
477 posts
 
The Project Carbon Debut is great and easy. Highly recommended.
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16f4
1,063 posts
 
I have two nieces who independently chose the U-Turn Orbit turntable. Both are very happy with it.  
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