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I now amazingly find that my analog system has fallen behind my digital system in  SQ and I want to investigate how to improve it. 
Currently I have a heavily modified Rega RP3 turntable, with two power supplies, a new platter, sub-platter and other internal enhancements. My cartridge is the Clearaudio Virtuoso.
Not that it’s bad, but I want to look for  something that will significantly improve the sound of my current setup. 
Will about a 4K investment do that?

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johnto
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I have a VPI Aries Scout and enjoy it. No problems no issues.

I think the screw down clamp enhances playback.

mr_m
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@nferre66,

I have owned nearly all those tables you mentioned, like you, I have set up tt's since the late sixties so I think I qualify for set up. Your analogy for not liking the Sota makes no sense to me, but to each his own. I've owned Technics, not overly impressed. Any Technics I ever listened to wasn't remotely close to the Sota I have. But as you say, just my opinion too.

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rvpiano OP
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After reading a few reviews, I have serious doubts about the Technics  turntable.

I’m looking further, to see if I can find something superior to what I have in the 4K price range.
 

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shinemaster
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Unfortunately, 4k won’t do it. Rega P10 and a nice dynavector cartridge will get you to your destination.

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