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Turntable for a Newbie!

Folks,

I am seeking recommendations for a TT under $1500.00.  What are the best TT’s currently available, new or used in this range. Nothing tedious, a simple plug n play TT after the initial setup will do. 
The goal here is to experience Vinyl and not build extensive library. My prime source of listening still be digital playback. If I like what I hear and able to sustain the ‘routine’ I may look into upgrading my existing TT / Cartridge down the road. 
A google search of best TT’s under $1500 lead me to bunch of Audio-Technica turntables and Marantz TT-15S1. 
The TT will be played through Shindo’s Monbrison preamp which I believe has a decent phonostage. 
Thank you for your suggestions. 

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jyg
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Pro-Ject and Rega have good selection of affordable turntables.You may also consider the entry level of Clearaudio.
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lalitk OP
5,104 posts
 
Thank you all for suggestions, keep them coming! 
@noramance,  

Now that’s what I call a audiophile man cave. Gorgeous system, I bet your system sounds amazing!  I do agree with you in regards to your comment  “shortcomings of lower-end turntables...”

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glennewdick
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cleeds,

I suggest reliability and resale based on technic's previous record with their past direct drive tables ,that these are based on. I think its safe to say things are going to be that much different with their current models. 
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jmolsberg
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Vpi traveler 2 (discontinued) is a nice option for a TT for under 1k. I prefer over the pioneer plx1000, which is pretty darn nice. I dig the sound of belt driven rigs. If you can spring the for newer technics 1200gr seems to be the table to get under 2k. 

aberyclark
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I'm going to order the Technics 1500c. If I want to update the phono, the TT has a set of phono outs. The headshells are removable, thus different cartridges are easier (mono, 78, etc). If I get deeper into vinyl, I can keep this unit just for 78's and buy a higher end main TT and pre amp later. This TT is nothing like the old 1980's entry Technics TT's that were really no different than the other brands cheap/basic offerings. This TT will hold good value like the 1200GR series. 
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