Linn vs VPI?


I am planning to upgrade my current entry level Music Hall TT. I would like to get either a Linn LP 12 or some of the comparable VPI tables. Used not new.
It apperas to me that VPI is very highly regarded and people are very happy with VPI products. I also understand that Linn is on Stereophile recommended list of components for ever and essentially thes ame but greatly evolved product.

Any insight/first hand experience and tonearm/cartridge recommendadtion is more than welcome.
sancho22
I looked into getting a Herbies mat as recommended in one of the earlier posts. What thickness do you use or recommend?
As the MM comes with a felt mat, I just got the thinnest one. The one you would use for a Linn. I bet you will be really surprised at the improvement.
I have had both a Linn Axis, an LP12 and a highly modified VPI HW19 - I liked the VPI better in the long road with MC cartridges.
Syntax: I am curious which VPI's in what combination are you referring to that you feel beat a loaded LP12?