Seeking to upgrade from my Prime Scout turntable

@bimmerlover it takes a few records to get used it. Not terrible. I love the sound though. The arm on my Prime X is 3D-12 JMW. 
I traded a clearaudio concept table in and got the Prime X. 
One thing that’s certain - setting up this VPI table was a breeze compared to trying to dial the antiskate in on a clearaudio. That table is in a league of its own when it comes to unnecessary complexity. 

I like unipivots. I have Magnepan Unitracs on two TTs. But, I think they are easiest/best with lightweight cartridges. I had the VPI as well on a Scout Prime and it was little more finicky than the Magenpans, but allowed me to use a heavier cartridge. I am not a fan of 9" gimbal arms. 12" feels much better with a gimbal arm, although I don't know if there is much sonic difference. Back to your question, That upgrade will make a difference in ease of use, I think; soundwise, I would I put more emphasis on the carts and phono stages.

I remember when the first unipivots were marketed, like the Keith Monks with its mercury bath contacts. There were several others.They did have a "certain sound" that seemed more open than that of a gimbal bearing tonearm, to my ears at least.  The word "azimuth" was not common parlance among audiophiles in those days of yore.

I had a lot of issues with my Prime 21 to the point I sold it. I never looked back. The workmanship is not the same as it used to be IMO. I had issues with the gimbaled arm not being straight, the lift not working, motor chatter etc. I’m sure my experience is not what most have had to deal with but be aware.

@audphile1 

You may want to consider getting a "Counterintuitive" device, from VPI/Soundsmith (designed by Peter).

I was really surprised at how much easier, and reliable, Cart. set-up could be with a VPI unpivot.  ~$50.  Here is a link... 

Counter Intuitive for VPI tone arms | Soundsmith