Turntable Upgrade Suggestions

@Dodgealum, I posted a thread very similar to your words above wondering how we really can compare analog setups (tables and cartridges) when it is hard enough to locally hear what we think is in our budget. I have an Xpression III with speed box I and hope to upgrade to a VPI Traveler at the end of this month. I cannot even find a Traveler to listen to in the Seattle area. I also wanted to hear an Amadeus to see what all the hype is about but I cannot find one of those local either.

The first part of my analog source upgrade is done going from a Pro-ject phono tube box II to a Jasmine 2.0LP mkII. I hope to be selling all of my Pro-ject gear locally if the Traveler works out (will be demoing the Traveler in house).

Sbrownnw,

I believe that there is a shop in Eugene that sells Well Tempered tables. Worth giving them a ring perhaps.

MANY THANKS TO ALL WHO RESPONDED!!! I will look for some of the suggested TT for a listen and plan to attend the CES at the Venetian in Jan where I hope to have many to demo however, I'm thinking maybe for now I save and upgrade the speakers...lol - this hobby is neverending!!! But I love chasing that last 5-10%...don't we all...

Many thanks again, AC

I went from a scout to an aries 3 extended with the outer ring and flywheel.
The primary reason for my switch was to get an arm with an adjustable VTA and the ability to handle more cartridge choices. (10.5 i arm) The ring clamp is great if you have a large collection (many records are not flat but play fine with encouragement) Go to an audio show and hear the classic 3 and you will be impressed. There are endless choices for great tables but the arm is the key for adjusting the play for various cartridges.