Sorry all for derailing this thread....I should add my comments on my TT/arm evolution (if I can remember!)!
Started with a Garrard (in the early 70's so I don't recall the model) and Shure 3
Then went on to...
dual 1219
Phillips 212
Thorens 125 (great)
then the Linn for many , many years and with all the significant upgrades (lingo was the best)
and now the VPI Aries with 10.5 arm (see my system)
Best of all?? I think...VPI-Linn?
Best arm? Not sure
Best cartridge....Decca Gold...1978-79!!!!!!!!!!
Started with a Garrard (in the early 70's so I don't recall the model) and Shure 3
Then went on to...
dual 1219
Phillips 212
Thorens 125 (great)
then the Linn for many , many years and with all the significant upgrades (lingo was the best)
and now the VPI Aries with 10.5 arm (see my system)
Best of all?? I think...VPI-Linn?
Best arm? Not sure
Best cartridge....Decca Gold...1978-79!!!!!!!!!!