THE LITTLE BLACK BOX, 399.00 ABSOLUTLY NUTS

Build it yourself😀

Just for the "record", my experience with VPI has been wonderful.
I bought a prototype table with a gimbal arm that was replaced for free when I had some problems with it. I bought it at their New Jersey factory and headquarters. They sat me down in front of these massive vintage JBL speakers, turned down the lights, and allowed me to listen long enough to decide. Accompanied by Mat, I got a tour of the factory and met and chatted with all of the craftsmen involved. I'm a craftsman, and from what I saw, VPI  is constantly innovating with the best tech that can be had and selling cutting edge engineered products without price gouging. VPI, in my opinion, reminds me of the 1950's, when this country was in its manufacturing glory, with small to medium-sized companies producing well built gems.  
 

On a side note what is the plug din called..I can't seem to find one similar to this..I going the diy route.

@bmwhaus -

Typically, something like what's found on the following page:

https://www.partsconnexion.com/cgi-bin/sc/productsearch.cgi?storeid=*20b7b4534d0a875b77f1157d6bb78322a865&search_field=din

I wonder what happened to Autospec.  Anyway, Michael Percy Audio, an on-line business, can sell you the Cardas DIN plug.  I know he has the female inline connector half; he may also sell the male piece that normally resides up inside the tonearm vertical shaft.  Google MPA and use their catalog.  Michael is a great guy. Parts Connexion are in Canada, takes forever due to customs.

What you want is DIN plug, female or male (depending upon your need), in-line. Cardas is the best quality I have found, no matter where you buy it.