Best used TT for under $1k?

Hi All! A friend of mine is in the market for a turntable and I offered to help. Do any of you have an opinion on good value options in the used market for under $1k?
Thanks!

thebrokenrecord04-09-2021 5:55pm

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boxer12 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 8,655 posts 04-10-2021 at 01:52am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I agree with dill. IME, the old entry level model VPI jr. can be a very good table for the money. I used one for years before upgrading.
dill Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,488 posts 04-10-2021 at 03:10am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have had a modified VPI Jr. for 26 years, still sounds great.
reubent Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,942 posts 04-10-2021 at 03:53am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @robertbrook - Are you looking for an "all-in" price of $1000? Does that need to include a cartridge? Phono stage? Accessories?
boxer12 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 8,655 posts 04-10-2021 at 03:59am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete +1 dill
big_greg Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,573 posts 04-10-2021 at 02:02pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete If you can find a used Technics SL 1200 MK2 in decent shape, they typically go for around $500 and are an excellent table. Search for things to look out for when buying and don't buy a pair of them.

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