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What is a good entry level turntable?

I am starting to get into vinyl. I got an Technics turntable from my father that he bought in the 80s, but it has seen better days. I don't have a lot of money to spend. Should I invest to upgrade the old one or buy a new entry level? If I should buy a new one, which is a good entry level I will be able to upgrade once I can afford it?
jay01
bpoletti
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Budget?
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swampwalker
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Some older Japanese direct drive tables are actually considered upgradable to SOTA standards. What model is it?
kiko65
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TT only? Tonearm included? Cart included? Phono pre included? Budget?

Probably the best bang for the buck is the Music Hall USB-1 if you need phono pre included. Just upgrade the cart to an AT-95e. Otherwise, take a look at the Pro-ject Carbon.
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paraneer
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What Technics table do you have? Some from that era were killer and if properly working with a new cartridge can rival modern table costing $1000's. Until we know this, along with budget, we really can't help you at all.
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