Classic 3 VPI

pbnaudio,

The use of multiple belts would seem, on it's face, to not be a good idea. Connecting the motor to the platter more, thus transferring the vibrations?

Since the Classic 3 has an on-board motor, this may not be an issue and in fact help to dampen the motor vibrations?

Have you actually tested this in some way or is this based on listening? Thanks.

" on the vpi classic 3 the pulleys have grooves for 3 belts "
 
Look closely and you'll see the grooves are slightly different in size. The grooves are used to fine tune speed and not for extra belts.

Try dropping your belt in boiling water for 20 seconds or so. After doing this I have had no belt squeal for months. It worked on my previous belt as well.