Which turntable for around £300

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I'm looking to replace my ageing Thorens TD166 mkvi which has developed a horrible knock on the motor. I'm torn between the Rega RP1 with the performance pack and the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Premium with Ortofon 2M RED cartridge. Does anyone have any opinions on which of these would be the better buy from experience or any other suggestions would be also welcome.

I don't want to buy second hand in this instance and at the moment I'm inclined to get the Rega simply because I can't decide between the two but the Rega is british.

Thanks,

Mark

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Thanks for the responses. I got the project debut carbon in the end. Really happy with it.

Cheers,

Mark