JM has it correct, if you have to compromise then better table with lesser cart. I also find people too many times skimp on the phono stage which is also important. I bought the Performance and continued to use the 10x5 and will upgrade cart down the road. I was told the same as JM mentioned, an expensive cart will be wasted money on a table not able to bring out it's benefit. Sort of like hooking a receiver to the Dynaudio 1.8's. You want to find a quality table, then purchase a cart that has synergy with your phono stage. This is a bit more difficult than putting components together unless you have an analog guru dealer around, so often have to rely on those with experience who have tried various combos.

Ortofon is very good in a neutral dynamic way. When I upgrade it will be between Ortofon or Clearaudio's Meastro. The Dyna 20 may be an option ass my 10x5 is doing really good in my rig.