VPI Aries vs. VPI TNT III


My 12 year old Sota Saphire will not hold a steady speed anymore, and I've got the bug to upgrade. How do you folks compare the Aries to the TNT III? Is the TNT worth the extra money if bought used? I'm willing to pay a little more for a meaningful improvement. The reviews I've seen say that recordings that are old and not well recorded are unlistenable on the Aries. I highly value musicality. Thanks.
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Martin, One thing to keep in mind is that the Aries is not currently upgradeable turntable. The TNT, however, can be purchased in the Jr. version for only a little more money than the Aries and upgraded as money allows to full TNT 5 status. They are both great tables as well as the the 19 series. Good Luck, Doug
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