No easy answers here. Tobias's point is well-taken and only you can answer the maintenance question. I have no problem with it myself. My setup is an LP 12/Cirkus driven by a Naim Armageddon power supply, with a Naim Aro arm housing a Dynavector XX 2 Mk. 2. Right now, I'm using a Dynavector P-75 Mk. 2 phono pre (fabulous for the money and great synergy with a Dynavector cartridge), but will be upgrading to the new Naim Superline. No Trampolin. If you can wall mount or have a dedicated stand on a totally solid floor, the LP 12 is quicker and more dynamic without it. People argue until the cows come home about power supply, phono pre, and cartridge choices for the LP 12 and I haven't heard a wide enough sampling to offer anything but my own choices. But as far as tonearm choice is concerned, I have heard a number on LP12s and strongly recommend the Aro. It totally plays to the Linn table's strengths. Good listening!