First Turntable Advice

Check out my system. We are on pretty much the same page, gear wise. My VPI Aries has matched up well with the rest. Shoot a little higher than the VPI Scout, if you can. The VPI SDS is also essential, so budget for that too, because you will want it eventually. Cheers!

All 3 will give you a great intro to vinyl. Of the 3, I love the simplicity of the RP6 w/Exact cart. No hassle, just plug and play with unprecedented PRaT. The Concept is a great TT by all means but with no upgradeable path. The Scout has the best upgradeable path of the 3 although I would save a little and go with the new Prime.

All that said, check out the Acoustic Signature Wow XL turntable. Best bang for the buck IMHO.

Happy search.

Aubadge, either you are a Vpi man or a Rega man. They are very different sounding decks and no matter what upgrade path vpi offers it will never sound like a Rega so upgrade path is a secondary consideration IMO. First you need to figure out which camp you belong to. Vpi is like a comfortable Sedan, Rega is like a more sporty exciting car. If you are looking for a fast, exciting, foot tapping sound, go Rega. If you are looking for a big sound, with big deep bass, big soundstage, smooth presentation, go Vpi. One would sound more realistic other will sound more comfortable. Take your pick.

The other posters will not like this advice:

If you are just starting do not spend a lot of money to buy the name.

Find a used Technics 1200 and see if you even like vinyl. Reasonably priced,very easy to set up, and not a bad table.

All of the responses you've received are valid, but I suggest you take advantage of your C2300 MC input - it is one of the very best made. Go with more straightforward table like a Rega RP3 and match it to a low output MC. I'm partial to Dynavector, and their 17D3 is a high-performance bargain. There are others in the $900 range worth considering, too. Make sure you take the time to set the cartridge up correctly, too. Patience and accuracy here will be very well-rewarded. Skimp and you will be very disappointed. Start with a good protractor.

Good luck and happy listening!