I think you already have a good short list of turntables. In fact, the list isn't that short!
One suggestion I would make is to take a look at the Pro-Ject Signature 10. I know Pro-Ject have a bit of a "king of budget turntables" reputation, but do not let that put you off, the Signature range is very good by any standards. (I much preferred it in comparison to a top spec Xerxes, amongst others) In the UK the Sgnature 10 is offered with an Ortofon Cadenza Black for £1000, which makes it a bit of a bargain. (Relatively speaking) Although I have no idea if such an offer is available where you are.
Of those on your list, I have listened to the RP10 with a Devilalet. For me, I preferred the Pro-Ject, very coherent, with particularly solid bass (one aspect that really differentiated it from other options). Having said that, looking at your music preferences, I think that you may well like the RP10. The RP10 was just about the cheapest deck I auditioned but for detail extraction, timing etc the thing was outstanding.
Have fun auditioning!
One suggestion I would make is to take a look at the Pro-Ject Signature 10. I know Pro-Ject have a bit of a "king of budget turntables" reputation, but do not let that put you off, the Signature range is very good by any standards. (I much preferred it in comparison to a top spec Xerxes, amongst others) In the UK the Sgnature 10 is offered with an Ortofon Cadenza Black for £1000, which makes it a bit of a bargain. (Relatively speaking) Although I have no idea if such an offer is available where you are.
Of those on your list, I have listened to the RP10 with a Devilalet. For me, I preferred the Pro-Ject, very coherent, with particularly solid bass (one aspect that really differentiated it from other options). Having said that, looking at your music preferences, I think that you may well like the RP10. The RP10 was just about the cheapest deck I auditioned but for detail extraction, timing etc the thing was outstanding.
Have fun auditioning!
1000 Pro - KEF Blade - iFi Zen Stream - Mutec REF10 - MC3+USB - Pro-Ject Signature 12
