Is VPI Scout faster, more extended then Rega P25?

I own a Rega P25 and a VPI Aries. All this erroneous crap about a Rega P25 spinning fast is just not true- both my tables run exactly spot on, though I've once measured the Rega .5% fast and the VPI 1% slow, so go figure. I've measured my tables at least 10 times out of audiophile nervosa. The VPI has the more "hi-fi" sound- big soundstage, big instruments, more tonal color, and big bass. However, the REGA is DEFINITELY better at PRAT and it has nothing to do with it running off speed. I actually like the Rega much more for rock/jazz music, as it is incredibly agile rhythmically. The VPI is the king for classical/vocals. Depends on what you listen to. I have two systems, so it's all good.

Michael

I use to own the Rega 25 and upgrade to the VPI Scout and I gotta tell ya the Scout is the superior table. You really can't go by just a few hours listening, you have to live withit for a few weeks with all types of music to appreciate a high-end peice of gear. The Scout has better bass, better body, a bigger more fleshed out sound and the construction is better. Oh, and that PRAT you're hearing is the Rega spinning too fast.