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New turntable decision

Hi all,

First time post as I am returning to the world of vinyl after far too long away.

I have decided on this much of a new set up - Rogue Cronus Magnum II powering Harbeth P3ESR speakers. The blank spot is the turntable. I used to own a Merrill Heirloom. I enjoyed it except for the difficult set up.

The store where I listened to the Rogue with the Harbeths used a 2016 Planar 3 as the source. The complete system had a lot of synergy, but I felt the Rega could be improved. This led me to Groovetracer. After adding up a new subplatter, platter and power supply, the cost went from $1100 to $2000.

Now I am wondering if I am better off spending $2000 on a different turntable that does not need tweaking. Other options are the Clearaudio Concept, a VPI Scout, or (completely left field) a used Audiomeca Romance w/ Romeo arm. Unfortunately, they are not all in the same store, so I would not be able to listen back-to-back on the same system.

My main priority is accuracy. I want to be able to put on Kind of Blue and feel like I was in the room with Miles and crew.

I would appreciate any insights from others who have walked this road before me.

*Have Planar 3 owners been happy long term or does the upgrade bug hit soon?

*Same question for owners of the Clearaudio Concept, VPI Scout, or Audiomeca Romance.

*Has anyone compared the Planar 3, Concept, and Scout in the same system and, if so, what are your thoughts on each?

Thanks in advance.

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Topic - New turntable decision - scottcw 08:32:47 08/29/16 (89)
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