Reddit mentions of Pro-Ject - Debut Carbon Esprit SB (Red)

Well, according to a quick google search it looks like a really nice watch.

As far as turntable recommendations, it's hard to say without knowing how much you spend and how far down the rabbit hole you want to go. You say don't know much about vinyl - is it something you think you'll really get into? Or is it something that you think will be a part-time interest to you.

I'm not saying that to be elitist, there's no right or wrong answer. But it helps to put some thought into now so that you can "future-proof" your purchases.

For much less, this and this will blow away what you listed. Pro-ject and Marantz are two top-tier names in home audio, and while this is sort of cookie-cutter and mid/entry level to snobs like me, I guarantee the average person will be very impressed by the sound it puts out.

Just to push the envelope, for example, if you're looking to spend a little more, the Clearaudio Concept (for about $1200) is often hailed as one of the better record players under $3k. But it's very far from user friendly, and while it's worth every penny I wouldn't recommend it to a hobbyist. And, truthfully - the average listener will hear very little difference between this and the Clearaudio. But to somebody like me? Hell ya, worth every extra penny.

So it's your call my man. I'd do your research a bit, and stay away from "all-in-one" kits. For even $2k, you can get a very nice turntable and receiver that would make a lot of people jealous.

Woah I didn't know there was another pressing. That's cool. I probably don't need to get both though, especially since I dropped a lot on that player already haha.

I got a Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Espirit SB. It's a definite upgrade from my old LP120. I love it so far.

I picked up a copy of Discovery by Daft Punk to break it in though and it sounds fantastic.

The carbon arms on the pro-ject debuts are really quite good. Apart from that I'd have to say it's a lateral upgrade at best. There's a version with a dc speed controller that might be a step up in speed stability. If you do go down this route, however - why not keep the AT on the Dual if you're not getting rid of it? The ortofons that come on the debut carbons are very decent cartridges. You could also consider the used market.