To get decent consistent results the most important three things are
mount, mount, and mount. No matter how good your scope, or
technique, poor mount, poor results. Having said that, IMO a used
Skywatcher HEQ5 or equivalent is the minimum requirement.
$2000 would get you the used mount and scope suggested by Russ, and a new or used entry level DSLR, plus essential accessories, and a suitable
power source.
raymo
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