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best turntable under $5k

I just discovered how vinyl is so much better than cd, after using a clear audio emotion turntable for a short while I would like to upgrade to something better. I would prefer to get something that is constantly being improved upon. Is vpi a good place to start or is building a kit the way to go. I want to approach first class sound.
pedrillo
onemug
784 posts
 
Pedrillo, I like the Sota with vacuum.
Musicdoc, I hear Professor Lirpa will have his best version yet coming out in about 6 1/2 months. Can't wait.
jay_douglas_2879b79
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rauliruegas
13,101 posts
 
Dear Pedrillo: Acoustic Signature is a very good way to go on TT. Final Tool or Mambo models are great.

Go to their web site: www.acoustic-signature.com
The bearing design and its external power supply design are a tour du force.

You can mate this TT with a DP-6/UP-4 Moerch tonearms.

Nothing come close to this combination for less than 15K.

Regards and enjoy the music.
Raul.
clio09
3,357 posts
 
Another vote for SOTA. I have the Nova Series V with a Kuzma Stogi tonearm. This combo is around your price range new. Using a Graham or Shroeder Model 2 will take you a little higher but is worth the upgrade I'm told. I'm considering the Model 2 myself.
c123666
871 posts
 
If still available there is a lovely Teres 255 for sale.
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