The SMEV is not an ideal match for your table. The bass is not accurate or wasnt in my set up. I switched to a Graham with very good results. The Naim aro would also work well, much better than its plain construction would suggest and that would be my choice.
An arm to live with for years to come
I need some help from my fanatics and neurotics :-)
I am trying to fully "trick-out" my VPI HW 19 Mk IV
and now have only my tone arm to upgrade. I am torn between
the JMW 9 and 10 and SME IV and V. I just want to get the rig to the point where I can fully concentrate on software--help me I am almost there!
I have the following:
MK IV with latest Aries bearing and platter & Tip-toes
SDS
SAMA on black diamond racing cones
Grado Statement Series Reference
Steel Delrin clamp
John Boo's 2.5" Maple cutting board
AQ PT-9+ (anaconda)