How to convert VPI turntable to banlanced?

Agreed, you don't need anything else if you get the VPI box. It was easy to install, and sounds great.

FYI, if you are interested in buying one, I have one that I've been intending to sell, but haven't taken the time to list yet. I switched to a single ended phono stage, and don't need it anymore. Feel free to email me if interested. Cheers,
Spencer

It is of poor taste to advertise items for sale in the forums.

Seamaster, Most importantly, you need a true balanced phono stage. Without that, no cable is going to bring you the benefits (or liabilities, if there are any) of balanced operation. Try to find out about your phono stage before you spend any money on cables or boxes. What Bob Bundus wrote about cartridges is correct, but the downstream amplification stages have to be balanced as well.

Hey, thank all of you for quick response. Things are clearing up. I am now ready to get turntable, to see what is all about. I have been using Meridian G08 as source, and enjoyed the balanced set up very much. Is Nordost Valhalla wiring so much better than stock? What is the sound signature difference?

My set up:
Meridian G08
WooAudio WA22 preamp/headamp
Melody M880 KT88 50wpc monoblock
Martion Logan Preface (for now)

I would say that the Valhalla is better than stock but I preferred a JPS Aluminata phono.
Don't know what phono cable VPI uses, but it still sounds good.
I would say that if you are running - or planning - a fully balanced system then you are already aiming for the high end.