garrard vs clearaudio innovation


hi, i have a garrard 401 turntable, sme 309 tonearm, clearaudio stradivari cartridge, i want to buy a new and big turntable, clearaudio innovation wood turntable is a possibility. the clearaudio innovation is better than garrard 401?
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I had a Clearaudio Innovation on a cheap rack (Lovan) on suspended wood floor (but much more sturdy than that of a typical residence, which are impossibly flimsy), and I would experience nasty woofer flapping at times. It was very easy to see on my Tannoy’s big 15" drivers. I upgraded to a high-end rack (CMS Maxxum) and Clearaudio Master Innovation at the same time. No visible woofer flapping at all since then, not even a tiny bit. No more feedback issues of any kind. I listen at loud volumes, too. Sounds wonderful. I think these Clearaudio tables are capable of being extraordinarily quiet, but you must provide them a proper platform.