For Basis TT owners does the VPI SDS work?


I was wondering if anyone has used the VPI SDS power conditioner/speed regulator for their Basis turntable? The Basis Synchro thing is very expensive!

thanks for any input.

Das
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Das
I'm hoping for a yes answer also so I checked on Elusive Disc where it says;
"The SDS works best with synchronous motor driven turntables, such as those from VPI."
Then from Galen Carol Basis Turntables reviews-motor;
" Basis employs an ultra high quality synchronous instrument motor..."
I think the answer is yes!!!!

Sam
Yes, The VPI SDS works with the Basis motor. So does the Walker speed controller.

Of those two choices, I give preference to the Walker unit.

If you can swing the Synchro-Wave, It's better than both as is eliminates the phase splitting cap used inside the motor. The result is a much quieter motor.

Dre
The next question for those who have used an external speed controller is - how much better is the sound? Is the frequency extension better? More silent backgrounds? Less Wow and flutter?? Is it worth the extra thousand(s).

PK