I suggest you keep the P-25 and invest in a better cartridge.The Rega is a great table and the RB-600 is a very fine arm.Look into a Grado Reference.The hum problem you may have read about on the Grado's is only audible when the arm is cued up.I have never heard hum during music or even between tracks.Keep the table!!!
Upgrade Rega P25 to VPI Aries? Advice?
I own a Rega P25 with a Benz Glider, & frankly I love it; it's been my re-introduction to vinyl. However due to having an advanced case of upgrade obsession, I've been considering buying a VPI Aries with one of the JMW Memorial tonearms. How much of an improvement would this be over the P25? How critical would a stand &/or isolation devices be with the Aries? Any advice would be appreciated; btw I'm using a VTL 2.5 preamp & phono stage. Thanks!