Nottingham Interspace TT/Arm vs Used Linn Lp12

How abour dynavector cartiridge 17 D MKII, sumiko ble point or micro benz glide ?
What do you do for dust cover of Interspace TT ?

I have mentioned the 17d. I think the Interspace deserve a little better than the Blue Point. It is a decent cartridge and all but there are better option, IMHO, at that price. I have not heard the Glider on a Spacearm but two folks that I know replaced their Gliders with other cartridges. The Benz LO2 is a good match but out of your price range. You will not find opinions with respect to every cartridge with this table, or any table. Best advice is to audition if at all possible, or buy one with which a few have found success and evaluate for yourself. I would also suggest posting on AA. There are often more 'Not owners "lurking" there.

A side note. If one decides to go with a Spacedeck, buy one with the original "low" platter, not the "heavyweight". The latter robs the Spacedeck of its beautiful musical qualities. In fact, it doesn't even sound like the same table. Tom Fletcher has said that the heavyweight was in response to market perceptions and not an effort to improve performance.

I built my own dustcover using 1/4" plexi and finished the edges with wood trim. Looks great, works great, but is heavy. Search the forums! There were suggestions for dustcovers not to long ago.

Ijust learned that Interspace TT/Arm combo ($2200) is discontinued and is replaced with Space TT/Arm($2700).
In that price range, I can purchase used Basis 2001 TT/Arm combo or used VPI Aries model. Any advice on which will be the best value for the money combo for classical music.

Ok, others can weigh in here since two other tables are being brought to the fray. Personally, I like the Spacedeck better than either of the two tables you mention, especially the 2001. Too, I would not own a Basis if you think you'll ever have to deal with the designer. One nice quality of the Aries is that you have an upgrade path with VPI - if that is important to you.

Look for a used Spacedeck and arm. You should find one for around $2K with only a modicum of patience.