Thanks- A Garrard 401 or 301 is something I have often thought about, but not been 100% comfortable with. That's why I am thinking new production, with the ability to go SPU. Is a 12" arm thought of as clearly being superior to a 9"?
Two turntable setup ideas to go with an SPU cart
Both complete setups would end up to be in the 10-11K range after arm/cart. Dr Feickert Woodpecker w/one of the Ortofon 12" arms, like the 210 or 309. Second option is the Luxman PD171. The Lux comes standard w/ the most basic Jelco 9" arm, I believe it's the SA250. However, the Lux will be available mid-year in a table only version. This will allow the option for a higher model 9" Jelco, or a 9" Ortofon 212. Both tables retail for around $6500. Lastly, the Lux does not take 12" arms, while of course the Woodpecker does.