Hi
I realise most advocate a 12" arm for the 401 but my plinth will only accommodate a 9" one. From various comments it seems the SME 3009- while a classic partner- may not be the best in terms of maximising sonic performance, so my question is, for around the same amount of money, which tonearm in your experience offers the best bang for the buck for musicality and detail retrieval? No cartridge as yet either so suitable suggestions would also be welcome. Thanks very much.