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Is the upgrade from Scout 1.1 to the Prime worth it?

I know this is totally subjective. I am looking to hear experiences from anyone who has made the change as well as opinions on weather it would be a worthwhile/noticeable upgrade given my current setup.  Would the investment be spent better elsewhere?

Current system:
Primaluna ProLogue two (stock tubes)
Icon Audio ps1 MKII (MM only) reissue gold lion ECC83 tubes
VPI Scout 1.1 stock except for the counter intuitive 
Ortofon 2M Bronze
VPI 16.5 record cleaning machine 
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moofoo
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I have a Scout 1.1 and had the original Soundsmith Zephyr on it for about 3 years. Sounded great and tracked well. Then I upgraded my phono pre to a Chinook with NOS tubes, and got the Soundsmith MIMC Star cart and it was a big improvement. Rest of system similar to yours

Primaluna Dialogue Premium amp
PL Prologue Premium pre amp 
Martin Logan ESL speaks
Running Springs Haley power conditioner

I am quite happy now, but one day may move to the Prime and am sure it will be the right move. Check out Soundsmith, lately excellent deals on them. Will get my original Zephyr retipped soon as a backup cart. 
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