I am not a fan of VPI arms (even though I have one) because the cable goes through a Lemo connector, then RCAs out. That's too many connectors, when you consider the signal levels, especially with LOMCs. That's when replacing the terminal block on the VPI with a Bob's Devices terminal block makes sense, but it's not cheap!
I'm in the process of building a SUT using a couple of Beyerdynamic microphone transformers I got off eBay for $100 (keeping everything cheap), and using captive cords soldered at the SUT rather than yet another set of RCAs. All mounted in a small metal box I got from eBay for $20. If it works, great; if not, I'm not out a lot of money. The Beyers got good reviews on a couple of forums, so I'm hopeful.
I'm using a Koetsu Rosewood, and the SUT will be feeding an ARC SP9 Mk II.
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