Advances In Turntable Technology?

WogboTheFrogGod asks: "I've seen numerous postings regarding DVD, CD-R, MP3, devices, drivers, softwares, etc. No one has talked much about the old-school technology. I suspect that I'm not the only slash-dotter with a healthy collection of vinyl. What's the latest and greatest with turntables? To get you started, here is a turntable that uses a cd-style laser to read the vinyl grooves. Trouble is that it costs $20,500! I'm looking for equipment that will integrate with the newer higher-end stuff, and that will (possibly) facilitate vinyl ripping." Turntables and vinyl I still prefer over CDs in some situations. I would love to be able to grab a laser-based turntable, but unfortunately, I don't think any of us would like to deal with that price tag.