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Tonearm/table compatibility?

Getting ready to update my analog front end and welcome any input from more experienced audiophiles. Are there any charecteristcs of a specific arm that makes it a better candidate for a specfic table. Or is it just throwing the plate at the wall and see if it works? I've been living with a Sota Sapphire (vaccum)/ Linn Basik LVX/ Ortofon X3-MC, for a long time and would like to upgrade the arm/cartridge. But, alittle overwhelmed by the options avail. or where to start. I do know that I want to stay around $500(arm), and continue using a high output MC, not nec. the Ortofon. Is there a type of arm that would mate well with the Sota, without a lot of tweaking?
Thanks for any input, Matthew
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sean
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Don't forget that an arm change requires a new armboard. You should factor that into the equation too if you don't want any financial surprises at the last minute.

If you want to use an MC cartridge, stick with an arm that is of at least medium mass. Lighter arms with MC's are typically less than optimal. Selecting something that offers adjustable VTA is also recommended. Sean
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