You are prolly better off with the Rega.
If you can find a used VPI Scout in good shape and have a decent cartridge I imagine you would like it very very much. The investment in the Cart and don't forget the Phono stage may be more than you want to spend. OTOH a Scout is easy to sell.
If you can find a used VPI Scout in good shape and have a decent cartridge I imagine you would like it very very much. The investment in the Cart and don't forget the Phono stage may be more than you want to spend. OTOH a Scout is easy to sell.