So, on a lark, I walked into a pawn shop and spotted a Technics SL-1700 that needs a new cartridge for $99. I see these tables are going for $250+ on eBay. Before I even consider purchasing this, I would make sure it worked with a crappy, throw away LP. I would also need a phono preamp because my H/K receiver/amp has no phono inputs. Being that P-mount cartridges range from $30-$250 at needle dr., my price range is in the $50-$100 range. That puts my preamp range at no more than $150 to come in at $350 or less. What suggestions do you, the knowledgeable members here, have for me on this potential purchase?