I just found out that the Pro-Ject Debut is pretty much as good as the Xpression III and about half the cost (around $360). Many people are saying that even the included, moving magnet cartridge on the Debut is just great. Lots of recommendations to get the Speedbox to switch speeds easily and keep it consistent (via microprocessor control). Which is another $150 heh...
I've seen cartridges for $300+ and TTs for up to $40k so I know what you guys mean by slippery/expensive slope lol
In other news, I picked up a factory sealed Kind of Blue 180 gram LP off Ebay yesterday for $33 shipping included! Woohoo! Pretty much my favorite jazz album so far (I do have a lot more listening to do still but that one has my vote so far).
