VPI Scout w/ JMW-9 vs Aries w/ JMW-10

you gotta ask yourself if the upgrades and/or money lost from selling the old table is worth it. the boyscout trail is littered with consumers desiring more. if you must stick with vpi, go for something in the hw series or get out now before you need to upgrade again and again.

I use my Scout with Dynavector 17d2 mk2 (something or other)around $700 - It's about the highest I will go without getting another table, but it actually works with the VPI. It will give you much better tansient response and detail.

Thanks for the overwhelming response...
You're all right, price point upgrade is key...
I got the scout used and wouldn't lose too much upon selling and upgrading...what do you think if the Aries and JMW-10 was $2000? I am sure I can get $1000 or so for the Scout, so, its a $1000 upgrade, and you're right...its probably not too smart...I think the upgraded motor to SDS or cartridge, which I've been thinking, is a better investment. Thanks for the responses.

I was thinking Van De Hul cartridges, but they are expensive, what about a Shelter 901 used or and Orfoton...
Any other suggestions on the cartridges?

Thanks!

I'm not familiar with the Scout/Scoutmaster, however I have an Aries with JMW-10/van den Hul Frog, and I'm more than happy. This an original Aries with no upgrades. This table is dead silent. I did spend extra time to make sure it was leveled and set up right. The table sounds awesome.

Best,

Paul :-)

Paul, thanks...
I know the Frog is amazing, but its quite expensive, is it not? Around the $2000 range, right?
Hm..i will have to consider your comment...
Thanks