Linn vs VPI?

Sometimes a leaner bass may also manifest itself as a more forward overall sound, bringing into sharper focus other tonal characteristics.

Experiment with a little larger Toe-out on the speakers
This will also create a wider sound stage.

Also try moving the speakers back a little towards the wall / corner.

Careful speaker positioning can do wonders, and IMHO is one of the most neglected solutions...

VERY Sorry for the above post... Totally Out Of Context. Was written for another thread . Apologies !

I also recently upgraded from a project Xpressions to a VPI HW-19 mkIV. I seriously considered Linn LP12 but I read that it is a tough table to setup and many people recommended having a expert set it up. The VPI HW-19 is no longer being made so that may influence you though some parts are available and there are third party suppliers for motors and suspension/springs/sorbothane. The VPI wasn't hard to setup but i needed some questions answered.

Both the Linn and the VPI require expert setup. If you know a Linn expert in you area, you should enquire about a used tt. Once they are set up, they will go for years without adjustment. The VPIs are nice tt's as well, but the unipivot arm also requires work to get everything just so. I don't know which MM you have, but if it's a cheaper one, you might consider upgrading to the MMF-7 which is a very nice tt and comes all ready to go. If you're so inclined, before upgrading, I would try a Herbies mat on your current tt. It made an astounding improvement on my old MMF-5. I didn't like it on the Linn at all, but it was great on the MMF-5. That could make you happy while you search for a better table. Herbies offers money back on everything, so there's no risk, outside of a few bucks for shipping. Best of luck.