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is VPI's new "Super Platter" a worthwhile upgrade?

VPI just began shipping their new 25-pound "Super Platter" for ALL models of VPI turntables except the HR-X. At $1200, it ain't cheap. I'm wondering how much of an upgrade it would be from the rather massive all-black platter that came with my Super Scout Master about 2 years ago. All ideas most welcome.

Mike
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stltrains
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Johnjbarlow you are right on the upgrade thought, but its puzzling to me that people who have bought vip tables from authorized dealers not get a discount. and to me 1200 for a platter is way out of site, dont get me wrong the best sound is what we are all after i just think the price could have been lower.
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johnjbarlow
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The price is a bit cost prohibitive, I'll give you that. When you measure that against the performance improvement, you will soon forget about the cost.

I was fortunate enough to find one steeply discounted, here on Audiogon
buffyjames
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Ijust got my new VPI with the new feet and new platter. I haven't set it up yet, and can't compare it to anything since I don't know what the original sounds like, but it sure is beautiful
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tdaudio
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I hate to say that because I felt like a chump shelling out for the price of the thing.

I posted my experience on another thread.

TD
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tdaudio
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The above post origionally stated: Yes the new super platter is worth it.
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