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"I keep hearing mixed opinions about the ART9XA vs the ART9XI ."

No real "bad choice."

If you listen carefully, you might hear the differences.

Audio-Technica AT-ART9 vs AT-ART9XA vs AT-ART9XI Moving Coil Cartridge (youtube.com)

Too bad this wasn't done with a nice setup.

@tablejockey 

thanks...I've seen that vid...so hard to get a perspective from a Youtube vid on hifi...

might just grab a ART9 , they seem to have many folks enthused...but now Im contemplating replacing my tonearm, here we go , Hifi rabbit hole approaching again..

"contemplating replacing my tonearm, here we go , Hifi rabbit hole approaching again.."

Are you thinking of the drop in VPI gimbal or a REAL nice arm? You can at least transfer a pricey arm to the future REAL nice $ table. You'll probably have to make your own arm board(shouldn't be difficult)?

I'm actually contemplating the same thing. I like my Classic because it looks like an old traditional table.

Whatever ART9 you decide on, good chance your ears will agree with the many fans it has.

Dynavector is known for their “energetic” presentation which may suit the OP’s sonic preferences. 

The Hana’s are a little fickle setup wise. Once dialed they are excellent carts. I have a Red. Great cart. Try the Umami Blue if you like the general vibe of the ML. Not sure a 3k cart on a 3/4k TT is going to get you your value for the money. Your Allnic is an excellent stage, have you played with the loading and gain settings much? They make a pretty significant difference with the Allnic.