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i've not heard tt's by all the brands you list, but i was recently in a highend audio shop in pasadena and the rega planar 6 blew me away at that price point. just IMHO.
I recommend the Music Hall MMF-7.3 (around $1300).
It is an excellent turntable which has the motor physically isolated from the turntable itself; an important feature.
I have had an MMF-7 for a number of years and it does a great job.
Here's my 2 cents based upon not knowing what you are running for a phono stage, amp, etc. I've heard a Rega P3 with Ortofon Blue cart played (for several hours in critical listening) through some high end equipment. That was AWESOME! On the same day of my critical listening tour, while I was shopping for a new amp, I also heard a Marrantz TT-15 S1 with the cartridge that it comes bundled with, played through similar high end equipment. That was AWSOME, too! Clearaudio makes the TT for Marrantz. You should also consider similarly priced TTs by Music Hall, Project, MoFi and VPI. Also consider the Rega P6 which has come down in price and is in your price range. Make sure which carts your listening to and/or considering, as well, as these will make a significant difference, especially with your speakers. Happy hunting!