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Thinking about buying an Lp12, Lingo table.
If you have access to someone who knows how to properly set up an LP12 then I would go for it. An LP12 that is properly set up will not go out of tune- the DIY'ers have mucked this fact up over the years.As time goes on you can upgrade the deck in... 
Avid Diva II SP or keep my Linn
Get a Tiger Paw Vulkan shelf- designed for the LP12 and the best one out there at an affordable price. LP12's really do well on a shelf imo.ATB,Mark 
Linn Krystal cartridge
Yes, Dynavectors do well on the LP12. As far as the Krystal- very well received in the UK and EU. Click on the Linn Forum to get a taste of what other's think- very positive. Unfortunately, the LP12 is a bit of a bastard child here in the States b... 
Last stylus preservative...anyone still use it?
I have used the Lyra SPT for a few years now- excellent product imo! 
Whest Audio MC REF V MK4. My new toy.
I've had the Titan Pro for about a year now. Original audition was with the 30RDT ( not SE ) vs the Aurorasound Vida- the Whest won by a smidge due to better micro dynamics and rhythm/ musical flow . Very neutral phono stages that just get on with... 
What's been playing on your turntable and what turntable is it ?
Elbow-Little Fictions / LP12, Aro, Linn Kandid 
Aurorasound Vida LCR Phono
Looking at your system, I think the Vida is just what you are after,,,smooth, rich sound. It makes perfect sense in your system. Do check the classifieds- these come up regularly at a significant discount. Good luck!ATB,Mark 
Aurorasound Vida LCR Phono
Herve- I did purchase the Vida and ran it for about 6 months before moving it on. It was paired with a top spec LP12/Aro/DV XVs-1. Overall a very nice phono stage but in the end was bit too "vanilla" for my taste. A Whest Titan Pro has replaced it... 
2017 may be the year for a new cartridge for my LP12
If Kandid is a stretch, the Krystal is available from Linn and will  slot right into your current deck nicely. I personally favor the Dynavector's and the XX2 is hard to beat at that price point!ATB,Mark 
ROI. Where is money better spent?
Better source..then preamp, imho. 
Anything as " fast" as SPECTRAL gear?
Naim 
Upgraditis
At $300, the Lounge is a steal..I purchased one for my son ( LP12/Naim Nait2, Linn Kans ) and we were very happy with it. Ended up buying another one as a gift for my nephew ( Rega RP3, Rega Brio,Wharfdale bookshelf ) - he loves it as well. This i... 
Upgraditis
Try a Lounge Audio phono stage, Might give you what you are missing for relatively small $$ after you sell the Cambridge..ATB,Mark 
If this sounds like YOUR Turntable story, please share your final chapter
fjn04- Talk with Chris Harban ( Woodsong Audio) about the LP12 when you inquire about the Reed arm... I have 2 of his plinths and he may pique your interest further regarding the LP12.ATB,Mark 
If this sounds like YOUR Turntable story, please share your final chapter
"engaging on an emotional level"...yep, that would be an LP12. Get the best one you can afford and enjoy your music!ATB,Mark