New VPI purchase

I've had the og Prime with the 2M Black for several years. You will love that table. Pay attention not to set the motor too far from the plinth.  This will strain the belt. Also if you hear clicking when the platter starts don't panic. Some talc on the belt can be useful but not entirely necessary. The VPI video is helpful. Next step is to invest in the outer ring. 

Happy listening.

@travisg Congrats on your new table. I loved (and still love) my VPI Classic 3 even though my primary rig now uses a Clearaudio Innovation Wood. +1 to gjohns and invest in the outer ring when ready. Also consider getting Isoacoustics Gaia II footers for the table and replace the stock feet. They gave me a worthy upgrade in imaging clarity. 

Also, your preferences may differ, but I found that the best mat is no mat. I loved playing records directly on the aluminum platter, especially coupled with the ring clamp. 

Enjoy!

Did you get the uni-pivot arm or the Gimbal. The Gimbal is much easer to setup or so I am told. I have owned VPI since the 90s you will love it. Don't be too quick to judge the sound that cartridge takes awhile to break in.

Have fun

I have an oldie but goody...a Superscoutmaster...that I upgraded with Classic platter, Rim Drive, new VPI 3D arm, 2nd pivot.....and so it goes.

I have an oldie but goody...a Superscoutmaster...that I upgraded with Classic platter, Rim Drive, new VPI 3D arm, 2nd pivot.....and so it goes.