Clearaudio TTs good or bad


Looking to by a new table the champion level 2 with sme arm is at the top & looking at the vpi aries with 10" to. The level 2 looks real cooool. The cart is a Benz Micro Glider. Any thoughts would be appreciated. THANKS... P S.The old TT is a denon 1250 with a greys707.
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I will be watching any responses you get as I am also considering the Clearaudio Champion Level II with an fully modified Origin Live RB250 and a clearaudio cartridge. Thanks for asking the question. Now we just need some of you analog experts to speak up. crc
Can't comment on sound quality (heard it at a store) but it is very susceptible to footfalls. Probably needs a Big Rock or Aurious (sp?) for optimal setup. If you believe the reviewer types, the VPI is supposed to sound "big and airy" and the Clearaudios are supposed to sound "quick and lean".
I need to add the clearaudio solution to this list & A basis 2000 but the basis looks like a poor value. THANKS..