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Upgrade Tonearm for VPI Aries 3

I have an Aries 3 turntable with JMW 10.5i tonearm.
I bought it new 7-8 years back.

I would like to upgrade the tonearm any suggestions ?
I use a Dynavector XX-2 Cartridge and I'll spend up to $3500 new or used.

I like the sound with the 10.5i but will upgrading the tonearm improve the sound ?

As time goes on I listen to more vinyl , almost every night.
Would it be better to purchase a used turntable with tonearm for $6000 ?

Thanks any input appreciated.
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beewax
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VPI engineering processes are team of skilled engineer who made powerful decision assistance with computer analysis. They developed and positioned each parts among each other in various reason and circumstances. Why destroy their original intend?
Advancement in parts and efficient engineering decisions are needed to survive competition in the market.
I have an Aries 2 Extend with 12.5 JMW and enjoying it. However, If you don't like the way VPI sound.
You be better off to purchase a turntable with the OEM tone arm that you want.
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