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What is the best vintage TT for new audiophile?

After many years of ignoring my vinyl, I have decided to wade back into the audiophile pool. I am looking at the Thorens TD-160 s well as the TD-126 MK III but have also seen a Luxman PD121 and PD272. I'm only doing this once, maybe there is something better out there??? If not, what should I pay for the units above?? Help!
Many thx.
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peterayer
1,382 posts
 
I have a Denon 47F if anyone is interested in buying it.
sidssp
1,077 posts
 
There are so many. Thorens, Technics, Denon mentioned by other posters are all good. I will also add Linn LP12 and Kenwood KD-500 or KD-550 (with arm).
tbromgard
814 posts
 
Rega P2 or P3 or P25 depending on budget
soix
9,417 posts
 
Not sure what your price range is, but I'd look at a Well Tempered Classic if I was "only doing this once." Good luck with that delusional concept by the way. Heh heh.
pdspecl
254 posts
 
I have 2 vintage tables acquired for very little money.
Sony Biotracer PS-X500, and a PS-X600. To me they are real keepers. They are complex in design but easy to set up and use. The PS-X600 I purchased from the original owner for $90 shipped to my door. I can not imagine doing much better for that price. These direct drive Sony tables were not nearly as popular as the Denon and Luxman types but were well made in the day and offer respectable performance with a good cart. Assuming you can find one outside of eBay you can usually get them much cheaper versus the Denon or Luxman tables. Depends on just how budget you want to go.
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