You don't like the Technics or the Rega, dare I say the 2 most obvious choices?
That's unfortunate.
I wouldn't rule out Clearaudio either. It's simply unthinkable that an established company like that would risk their reputation by using poor quality motors.
Many years ago Pink Triangle were bought down by persistent rumours of speed instability. All of which seemed to stem from one particular review which seemed to be endlessly resuscitated.
Of course years later it is common fact that Pink Triangle made some of the best turntables ever built.
If all else fails, why not consider the Pro-Ject Classic. Their Carbon was already a good deck, and this is better.
I can second what MC said about siting. It really can make all the difference.
I found a lightweight rigid wooden table preferable to any wall shelf but every situation (turntable/room) can be different.
https://www.project-audio.com/en/product/the-classic/
That's unfortunate.
I wouldn't rule out Clearaudio either. It's simply unthinkable that an established company like that would risk their reputation by using poor quality motors.
Many years ago Pink Triangle were bought down by persistent rumours of speed instability. All of which seemed to stem from one particular review which seemed to be endlessly resuscitated.
Of course years later it is common fact that Pink Triangle made some of the best turntables ever built.
If all else fails, why not consider the Pro-Ject Classic. Their Carbon was already a good deck, and this is better.
I can second what MC said about siting. It really can make all the difference.
I found a lightweight rigid wooden table preferable to any wall shelf but every situation (turntable/room) can be different.
https://www.project-audio.com/en/product/the-classic/