Best auto-lift/shutoff turntables?

I have been using a Denon DP62L for about 20 yrs now. I'm sure there's better TTs out there, but I'd have to spend a LOT to get a significant sound upgrade and it has auto end of record arm lift (in fact all of the Denon DP xxL models had it...hence the L desigination).

A DP 62Ls fetches quite a bit if you can get a good used/NOS one, but they are worth it. It is well made, reliable and convienient. I also like the looks, but that is purely personal.

Good Luck,
ED

Winegasman - I agree with Edainwestoc. I have owned a Denon DP-60L for almost 20 years also and have had zero problems,it has played flawless and is beautiful to look at as well. It's a semi-automatic,direct drive table and if you can pick up a used one do it, it's a great piece of equipment.

Ordered a new DP47F denon along with a DL300 Denon MC cartridge. That'll keep me busy.

Winegasman:

I am using a Thorens TD-520 in my system right now, and it is one of the best sounding TT's I have heard (disclaimer: I have not heard all TT's, but quite a few good ones). I have it set-up with a SME 3012R arm and a Clearaudio Discovery cart. I really like the auto lift and shut-off function, and do not believe it detracts in any way from the performance of the TD-520.

BTW, I have tried to respond to your e-mail, but for some reason, I get a "blocked" message. Don't know why.

Dave

Consttraveler, Thanks. I don't know why you can't respond either? My 320 is the baby brother to the 520, with a smaller wood base. I'm using the stock tp-16 arm and a new Ortofon Super OM20 cart. I've heard great things about Clearaudio carts and am thinking that that might be a good upgrade path. I don't beleive that the auto features have any adverse affect on sound, but I've been curious since so many audiophiles are such strict adherents to the fully manual TT.