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TT quandary

Currently own a VPI HW19 MK4 with TNT platter, Moerch UP4, Benz glider. I have an opportunity for a newer VPI Prime with arm and cart. Thinking the Prime has to sound better than the HW19, but maybe not. Maybe should put $ towards upgrading the HW19?  Anyone have an opinion that’s been down this road?  

cwatters0
cwatters0 OP
20 posts
 

TT was set up and purchase from Audio Connection/John Rutan in the 90s. It is really good but I wonder if a new bearing from the newer VPI tables would help. The reviews I’ve read the platter I have is second only to the super platter. Maybe getting the cartridge re-tipped? In any event I thing I’ll pass on the Prime and upgrade what I’ve got now
 

from all the feedback here I think the phono pre might be worth looking into.   Anyone have suggestions on what might work well with my setup?  I see a vote for AR.   Thanks 

 

testpilot
897 posts
 

Upgrade the arm on your HW19 will yield the greatest improvement.  If you decide to go with the Prime TT, look at getting the vpi gimbal tonearm over the uni-pivot. 

rsf507
2,242 posts
 

Sorry but many yrs back owned VPI and their tonearm. Table was OK but arms not so much. Things like a used Triplanar or just about any Kuzma will be superior to any VPI arm IMHO. More adjustable and will sound wonderful.

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