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Turntable recommendations under $1500

I have a Pro-ject 6.9 table with a Shelter 501 Mk11 cartridge. Pretty happy with the sound, but not with the pronounced motor noise. Table is mounted on brackets on a wall, so I'm not mistaking acoustic feedback for motor rumble. Anybody got any suggestions for something that sounds at least comparable but without the motor noise? Thanks!
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slaw3
139 posts
 
I'll second the VPI Scout recommendation - see Art Dudley's review in Stereophile - he was right, VPI knocked this one right out of the park! Right around your budget too!
adam18
670 posts
 
If you're looking for a new cartridge, as well, within your $ 1500 budget........a great package to consider would be the Rega P3-24/ TT-PSU/ Exact 2. It should sound mighty sweet, with no appreciable motor noise. I suggest you check the archived forums. There are many very well written threads on this topic. Good Luck and Happy Listening !!
tobias
1,534 posts
 
I'd want to hear a Scheu Cello.
nick_sr
263 posts
 
Three Technics SL-1200s or only one with a tone arm upgrade.
pkubica
134 posts
 
There are a couple nice Rega P5's currently listed in the classified, all under your price point. I've been down the road with the Pro-Ject tables and really like the Rega. No messing around... just good sound!
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