My first table was a MMF 5.1, then a Pro-Ject Xperience Classsic, highly modded Rega P5, VPI Classic, and finally a Well Tempered Amadeus. The WT easily beats any of those tables. A Simplex is supposed to be very close to the sound of an Amadeus but at a lower price point. Since WT USA is in St. Louis it should be easy for you to check them out.