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Next step up from my Rega P3

What TT's would you recommend that would be a noticeable step up from my P3 (2005). Budget of about 3K. My current set-up is the P3 with a Dynavector DV-20x (low output)and a Dynavector P-75 Phono Stage. I listen to a lot of Jazz & early Rock.

Thanking all in advance.
buonarroti
stiltskin
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Buonarroti, My niece has a Rega p3 with the 300 arm and a Ortofon cartridge.
I think the P3 is a decent record player.
With your budget of 3000 bucks this would definitely get you a better phono stage and cartridge.
OR
Keep your phonostage and have it modified.
You have not heard all that your little P3 has to offer, not by a long shot.
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theo
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At that price range I would take a good listen the P7. From what I have heard at the dealer is that TT is great value when compared to the P9. At about half the price of the P9 the P7 offers 75-80% of the sound quality. I think Rega offers turntables that are way under rated for the price point.
sibelius
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I agree that upgrading the phonostage and cartridge probably makes the most sense with your budget. I'd probably recommend a modified EAR834P for about $2K. That will leave you with $1K for a cartridge. The Rega P3 is nice player and you should notice the improvements. If you want to take your table to the next level I'd recommend getting out of the Rega line and trying something like a Nottingham.
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