^^^ I can't speak for the other Vestax models, but I recently bought a PDX 3000 and it is dope. I never thought I'd say it, but it destroys the Technics.
Besides, Technics cut their most inexpensive models models and slowed production on the models they are continuing to sell. Now the most basic Technics you can buy new are $750! Good night. Even I had to move on.