First Turntable Advice


Looking to dip my toes in with vinyl. Would prefer something easy to set-up/use, that gets me a good introduction to vinyl. At this point I have considered the Rega RP6, Clearaudio Concept, and VPI Scout 1.1. Any thoughts on these tables or any others I should be considering? I don't think I'll be able to audition them locally, so any input is appreciated.
My system is McIntosh C2300/MC352, B&W804D's, Luxman DA-06, MacBook Pro.
aubadge
@Lowrider - I suggested the RP3 because it is a good, basic table that maintains speed well, has no frills and can be upgraded or swapped out without serious financial consequences. Also leaves room for vinyl accessory must-haves like protractor, cleaning gear, platter mat and so on. This is a first rig and transducers make the biggest overall difference IMO, so spending proportionally more there to match with the 803Ds and the C2300 should produce a better overall ROI.

@Aubadge - I'd forgotten to mention that Dynavector is an especially appropriate match with your speakers. B&W and DV have a very strong synergy. Neutral, revealing and uncolored. Not everyone cares for that, so do your research before committing $$$. You will also need support accessories like record cleaning fluids, brushes, alignment protractor, magnifying glass and so on. These things make a very big difference in sound quality. Scope out a site like Music Direct or Needle Doctor to get an idea of just how many alternatives there are.
Thanks for all the information and recommendations. Much appreciated.

I've narrowed it down to the Scout and the RP6, leaning towards the Scout.

If I buy locally and have the dealer set-up, install the cartridge, etc., will I still have much to do when I get the table home? (Scout or RP6)
The RP6 will be the easiest to move and set up once you get it home. That is my opinion, of course, obviously as you can see there are two camps on the subject. I strongly recommend if at possible to find a way to audition the two brands. In my experience, the presentation of these two are quite different, hence the two camps. Both are right! It comes down to the sound that pleases your ears the most.
Really there are no RULES, only taste.
Aubadge, keep in mind that the "turntable" consists of three relatively independent sections; rotating disc, tonearm and phono cartridge. Each of these components contributes to the quality of the sound of the "turntable".
Interestingly, I own both the RP6 and the Scout 1.1, and love them both for different reasons. I was also getting back into vinyl. Now that's all I want to listen to. Bought the Rp6 with Exact cartridge installed at the factory. Read all the reviews and it is a little like a sports car, but the final decision was made because of the Rega Wall Mount. I had some space constraints and that solved my problem. Made a shelf and mount for the Rega( which is light). The wall mount is attached to it and the speed controller and a Rega phono stage are conveniently on the shelf.

The Scout 1.1 is part of my other system. Cartridge is Ortofon 2M Black. Both systems sound terrific but a tad different. Different amp, Different speakers, different rooms? Who cares?

Take a look at my Virtual Systems. But don't worry you'll be ecstatic with either.