Great record player for under $700?

Kid-A Unregistered guest	Posted on Tuesday, March 29, 2005 - 08:40 GMT Ok, I've recently gotten back into listeneing to lp's.......The only problem is I don't have a player. I know the planar 3 has a great rep, but I just can't afford it. I'm looking for a great, not mearly good starter phono for under $700. Ok so I say $700 but thats REALLY stretching it. It's a "do I want to pay rent and eat this month or listen to my vinyl(though choice). So anything that will give me the infamous "bang for my buck" would be awesome. Thanks
Two Cents Silver Member Username: Two_cents Post Number: 535 Registered: Feb-04	Posted on Tuesday, March 29, 2005 - 20:31 GMT Kid A That's a tough call. You're right at the price point where tables start getting good. If you can't swing a new Rega P3, would you consider buying a used one? There's usually a good number of Regas on the used market as owners trade up for better tables. A used VPI HW-19 JR might also be in your price range. If you buy a used tt, I'd suggest you buy a new cartridge from a local dealer and have the dealer install the cartridge for you. Most dealers will not charge you for installation if you buy the cartridge from them. BTW "Kid A" sounds great on vinyl.
Ben James Silver Member Username: Black_math Post Number: 233 Registered: Dec-03	Posted on Wednesday, March 30, 2005 - 17:38 GMT Audio Advisor has a Goldring TT on clearance. Goto www.Audioadvisor.com. The Goldring is basically a Rega P2 in design (I think Rega has a better motor) and has received good reviews. http://www.audioadvisor.com/store/productdetail.asp?sku=MHGR1
leonard bloom New member Username: Len_bloom Sarasota, Fl Usa Post Number: 9 Registered: Jan-05	Posted on Wednesday, March 30, 2005 - 17:43 GMT I'm buying the Rega P3. What cartridge will mate well with the TT but will not be too expensive?
Ben James Silver Member Username: Black_math Post Number: 234 Registered: Dec-03	Posted on Wednesday, March 30, 2005 - 19:56 GMT Look for a Rega or Goldring model. They both work well with Regas. Stay away from Grado as they have grounding issues with Rega arms.

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