Hi Richard,
regarding the plinth my favourite is the Ortofon-ST104 style, but it's quite expensive...
I haven't find one for less than 300 euro...
My system:
Analog sources: Basis 2001 signature + Vector 4 tonearm
Cartridges: koetsu Urushi Vermilion, Transfiguration Spirit, Ortofon MC-20 Super, Denon DL-103 SA
Digital source: Denon DVD A1 (modified by Aurion Audio) - Apple Mac Mini + Schiit Eitr
Phonostage: DIY Ear 834 clone + Denon HA 1000
Power Amp: Dsonic M3a-1500M *2
Preamp: Grandinote Proemio
Loudspeakers: Proac EBS