I upgraded from the standard motor pod to the upgraded motor pod. Depending on your platter, it could be beneficial. I just swapped out my solid acrylic platter (13 lbs.) with a custom aluminum / lead shot / Delrin platter (35 lbs.) and I’m glad I have a heavier pod. Is it worth $325? Yeah, I think so. Could you get greater improvement spending that money elsewhere? Yeah, I think so.