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Next Upgrade for VPI Scoutmaster TT

My current analog setup consists of the following configuration:

VPI Scoutmaster TT
VPI SSM carbon-infused black Acrylic Platter
VPI JMW-9 Signature tonearm
VPI SDS Power Supply
VPI Center Weight
VPI Periphery Ring
Dynavector DV-20X Low MC Cartridge
Dynavector P-75 MK-II Phono Stage

I listen mostly to Jazz and Classical music and I'm very pleased with the overall sound of my analog setup.

If this was your analog setup, what would you upgrade for under $2000 US?
agiaccio
agiaccio OP
147 posts
 
Hi Stanwal, which Star Sound solid brass feet would you recommend in the 1/4-20 thread size?

Threaded Audio Points:
http://www.starsoundtechnologies.com/THREADED.HTML
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srwooten
694 posts
 
If you do not have a Mint LP protractor I'd suggest that to get the most out of your cartridge. However, if you are going to upgrade your arm soon wait as you'll need a different Mint.

I like the feet from TTWeights, but they are spendy.
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stanwal
3,147 posts
 
Either the 1.5" or 2" will work. I have used the 1.5 most of the time. Another thing I forgot to mention was I took the rubber feet off the VPI motor and put 3 .2 Audio Points under it instead. I have used products from TTWeights and been happy with them but have not tried the feet.
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seasoned
181 posts
 
Hi Stanwal,

With regards to placing cone feet underneath the VPI motor, it seems logic would suggest not to transmit the vibrations of the motor to the surface it sits on for fear that the vibrations would then travel over to the table more easily. Seems like squishy feet would work better. Have you experimented with squishy feet as well as cones under the motor - thanks for the responses.
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srwooten
694 posts
 
Another good thing for under the motor is a mouse pad.
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