What is a typical life span of a stylus or cartrid

Pro-ject doesn't sell upgrades for their tables(that I'm aware of), outside of a record clamp. Rega and VPI(for instance) sell arm/counterweight & wiring, motor & power supply, suspension, platter, record clamp and weight upgrades. VPI offers the most, but their entry level prices are higher. If you like to tweek, they make it easier on you.

You know Sky- I may have tossed too many curves by mentioning the Rega and VPI upgrades. I'm a tweek/upgrade freak, so that kind of stuff holds a lot of appeal for me. If you just compare the two Pro-ject tables; you'll probably find the Xpression III more satisfying musically than the Debut(the Oyster is a nice cartridge), and save yourself some gyrations/agonizing. Again I stress: Listen to them with your phono stage/pre-amp. Matching the output and sound of a cartridge, with the gain stages of your system is VERY critical. If the Pro-ject pieces seem too lean for you/your system; the Regas have a warmer(British) presentation, and may suit your tastes better.

Project does, in fact, make a very interesting upgrade available for all of it's tables. It offers two different regulated power supplies, the more expensive of the two, I believe, is a regenerator. I have no experience with the marque, but anecdotal reports on the web indicate that these are worthwhile upgrades.

The first upgrade that you should consider may actually be a better phono cartridge.

Thanks again everyone. I will take in everything posted and think about which table I will buy.

I'm more confused now than ever lol.

Just to let all know, I thank you for your input. I did purchase the table. I saved some money and examined the table etc. It plays great and I am satisfied with it.

Pro-ject debut 3 with acrylic platter, and a Sumiko Pearl cartridge.