The LP 12 is better. As for set-up, Sounds Like Music in Phoenix does it for me when I need it, which has been about every five years. I gave my Ariston to an avid tinkerer. It sounds better at his place. The Linn does not go out of kilter, but when I am making a change, I have them do the set-up.
Sonic differences Ariston 11S vs Linn LP-12
Many say these two units compare favorably. Has anyone owned one of each with the same arm and done side-by-side comparison? What were your thoughts?