[_carbyau_]

Regards your specific question, many start with an Ender 3 series. I did, no regrets. It performs well out of the box while you become aware of what the possibilities are. Some expensive printers will have features costing more than an Ender 3, so this is worthwhile learning.

If you have the $$$ to skip this step then you can. But I don't know what bigger/better printer to go for as I have not the budget/space for one.

Other thoughts:

1. 3D model considerations take significant time. Even trying to minimise effort in modelling, many models are not printable without at least some tweak.

2. There is much to be gained from using less material. Reduced cost/wastage and increased speed for end results. Software does support this of course but the details will take time.

3. Different printing techs need different approaches to the model. IE Resin printing may need drainage to let unhardened resin leak out. FDM printing may need supports.

TL;DR there is plenty to learn, budget time accordingly whatever $ you have.

Would I do it again? Absolutely.

Edit: concision, realisation may not desire a budget approach.