Thanks for the sentiment, but I am hoping for a more direct response to my question. In fact, I have no particular gripes about the Hyperspace. I have an inner voice that tells me the same thing you're telling me. Nevertheless, since I may be able to make the change at very little net cost, once I sell my Hyperspace, the prospect is intruiging.
Opinions on Brinkmann Avance tt
The Avance was discontinued several years ago and replaced in the Brinkmann product line by the LaGrange. I am thinking about buying a used one to replace my Nottingham Analog Hyperspace. I will keep my Wheaton Triplanar VII and my Koetsu Urushi cartridge and re-mount them on the Avance (if I go thru with the purchase). I would be interested to hear from anyone who has even seen an Avance in person and especially from anyone who actually "heard" the table. If anyone has an opinion on the advisability of exchanging the Hyperspace for the Avance, I would appreciate that too. Thanks.