Turntable under $1500 ..... Rega, clearaudio, or ?

Looking to purchase my first true audiophile turntable. Any suggestions?

mfetko12-15-2011 5:48pm

hifiharv Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 351 posts 12-15-2011 at 07:00pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Used Spacedeck/Spacearm, or Well Tempered Classic. Unlike some of the other "affordable" tables, you won't feel the need to upgrade anytime soon.
audiolui Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 295 posts 12-15-2011 at 07:31pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Clearaudio Concept seems to be a good candidate. It has received many awards here in the U.S. and in England. What Hi-Fi awarded it Turntable of the Year in 2009. Around $500 or so, Rega is a good one. I used to own the Well-Tempered Classic that sold for $1,800 retail back in the 90s. It is still a very good table. Used should be under $1,000. But some folks don't like its looks.
tbromgard Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 814 posts 12-15-2011 at 07:53pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Does $1500 include the arm and cartridge?? I would consider Sota Origin Live in addition to the others mentioned.