turntable choice


I'm finally entering turntable land so I can finally hear the several hundred records i have owned for years.

My choices are Project carbon around 400. or the new NAD tables starting at 450. I'm leaning towards the project because i have seen some open box specials for about 350.

I know this is the low end of the audiophile spectrum but I appreciate any opinions you might have. Do NOT want to spend more than 400.00

thank you!
brianwillson
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Beware of exaggerated claims on Synergistic Research products. They really cater to clientele who think way outside the box. The OP is looking for high-value, so probably not interested in Synergistic Research products anyhow. 
Thanks for the heads up! Lucky for you you’re not one of those outside the box thinkers. 😛
I’m watching an sl q2 on eBay that would need a good cartridge to go with. This may be a good beginning answer for me.