From personal experience I would not go for the most expensive turntable with the most bangs and whistles, above all, when buying on finance.
Years ago I paid more than Technics for Vestax decks because they had more features. Now they are worth less than Technics even though they are getting rare.
Personally I would get the cheapest Super OEM decks I could find. A reasonable mid-range mixer with midi controls on the surface rather than built in FX. Also a DVS system that accepts VSTs for and midi control FX. If necessary a midi controller with pads/knobs for FX on the side.
The rest I would spend on speakers, amps and cartridges.
While 1.7K seems a ton of money, getting an entire setup at a high quality level would be tough. So I would suggest second hand.
I would also not suggest financing toys - only finance investments. And only finance if it is absolutely necessary. Patience pays off in the long term, never in the short term.
But that is just basic financial management of cost.
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