I have a TNT Mklll with SME -V as well as a HW-19 with a tTerminator T-3. The smaller table runs right with the larger one. I attribute that to the tonearm on the HW-19. I would suggest picking up a used 19 adding the Terminator and you'll have plenty of $$ left over. Alternatively, add that tonearm to a new Classic and I'm confidant you'll be happy.
Replacement for VPI TNT mark v
I need to find a smaller footprint turntable to replace my TNT markV with the SPS option. I'm in a much smaller space and no longer have a place for this to fit. I'm looking for something with a similar tone as the classic VPI sound but just about platter size that can also do 45 rpm. I'll be selling the TNT and I'm basically looking for something in the price range I can get for the used mark5 with a 10 in arm and the SPS controller.