I'm considering new feet for the VPI scout. Im willing to spend 400-500 bucks. Who makes a foot good at draining vibrations away and screws into the stock base?
But, one wonders, do you have under the Mapleshade block? Might I be so bold as to suggest NASA grade DH cones, preferably Super DH Cones if you have the jing.
I let the spikes couple to the plinth, sounded better to me than coupling discs. I installed 1/4" x 20 threaded sleeves in the bottom of the maple plinth and then used short lengths of threaded brass rod to couple BDR carbon fiber cones as footers for the plinth. The threaded rod allowed me to adjust the plinth's level and get the plane of the platter perfectly horizontal.
The upgraded VPI feet produce a nice rock solid bass and and a more defined mid-range. They cost about $170 used were the best upgrade I made for the money. I use a 3" maple block.
I ended up with terra stones from Eden Sound. They very well built and the sound seems more focused. I haven't got too may hours on them but as I do I'll update with my impressions.
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