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Which cartridge do you use with the vpi classic?

I just recieved the classic and it totally improved the sound of my analog setup. This is one of the best buys in audio, it only took me half an hour to setup, maybe an hour total from opening the box to playing, this is great for those who just want to listen to great vinyl without the fuss.
I am using a denon 103r with incredible results, the phono stage is a JLTI, an audio experience preamp and sim w-5 amp with merlin speakers, one would think this is a million dollar system.
I highly recommend the classic.
Now would like to improve in the cartridge department.
pedrillo
macdadtexas
1,794 posts
 
I have a Grado The Reference 1 Statement (low output) and I got this after trying several other very good cartidges. It's been exceptional.

I thought that the Classic still shipped with the aluminum arm unless you request the SS one? That's what VPI told me when I asked, has the changed?
pedrillo OP
560 posts
 
I know I'll get knives and bullets aimed at when I say this, but here goes--this denon 103r is super.
I will add though that I still consider myself a newbie, I thought my previous table the highly modified tnt was awesome but the classic is a real cool cat!!!
Still wondering what cartridges will be found to match the classic/10.5i tonearm the best. I know many who responded have heard/owned the 10.5i arm but not neccessarily all have had the opportunity to hear it on the classic.
nolitan
865 posts
 
Shelter 5000, 7000
winston1953
3 posts
 
clearaudio stradivarius.. it kills,i have been a koetsu fan for years but the higher output gives me a 'blacker' background
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stringreen
6,468 posts
 
Check out the Benz LPS....you'll need to contact VPI for the proper counterweight, however, its what Harry uses.
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