I like the Audio Technica AT-PL120 turntable ($220, incl. shipping)that I purchased recently off of eBay. It has a line-out/preamp switch which allows you to hook the turntable up directly to a computer in case you plan to do any transfers to CD. However, I'm planning to replace the supplied cartridge with a Shure M97xE ($70). If you plan on playing 78s, you could also purchase a Shure M78s cartridge, which is made specifically for that purpose ($40). That leaves you about $170 for cleaning supplies and accessories. Maybe you could even get lucky and find a used Nitty Gritty Cleaning Machine on eBay.

It sure is fun spending other people's money!

Coop