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Analog - Bang For Buck

I am considering getting a turntable. I'd like to get something that is really good sounding and requires little to no "fiddling" with. The choices that most stand out are something in the Rega line or the VPI Scout or Scoutmaster. I have no experience setting up a turntable, and no nobody who still owns / operates one. I'm happy to learn, but in any case would like something on the set-it-and-forget-it side of the tweaky scale.

Thanks in advance for any advice. -Kirk
kthomas
dan_ed
2,451 posts
 
Add Music Hall to your list of tables that come reasonably well set-up from the factory.

One thing to consider being that you are willing to learn. There are some tables that don't have VTA and other adjustments at all. IME you learn how to do the adjustments by actually doing them.
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ozzy62
3,162 posts
 
Nottingham Spacedeck/Ace-Space arm is a great combo. No fuss, easy set up and excellent sound.

Oz
sdcampbell
2,136 posts
 
If you want "set and forget", the two VPI choices you list would be excellent. I've recently done some extended auditions to both of these tables, and they are about as "bullet proof" as you can get. If you budget permits, I'd urge you to get the Scoutmaster -- it's a superb table for the money, particularly if you add the clamping ring.
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