Asking for VPI advice can go sideways pretty quick.
You’re either gonna get those who will suggest something completely outside of your question, or a reply reminding you how the VPI design is flawed and then a recommendation for a design that is "better." That may or may not come with an explanation as to why.
Example set with 1st reply.
I would have set the tone by requesting replies by existing VPI users that went up the VPI food chain.
I use a 10 year old Classic. I agree with many-VPI arms (uni or gimbal) are far from SOTA, but they don’t detract from an enjoyable listening experience, when setup properly.
Unless you’re prepared to drop some serious cash and you like VPI, I’d consider used-as they seem to drop value significantly. MSRP on VPI is overpriced. Find a Phoenix Roadrunner or Sota speed controller, and you’ll have a nice rig for not too much.
VPI Classic 3 Rosewood 3D Gimbal & TTW Audio TTWeights Black Onyx For Sale - US Audio Mart
Going up the SS line is a definite upgrade- I wouldn’t go past the MIMC with your table.
The table listed is worthy of going further up the SS line-IMHO.
Edit- link changed to seller listing