VPI or Basis?

VPI V HR + Helikon live in my house since May and is completely unfussy to deal with. Air suspension and arm/table connection with a 12" arm give the best presentation my system has ever delivered.

VPI got rid of the sub pulley and drilling the body with holes and have come up with, IMHO a superior analogue system.

I also like the two grounding points offered, although not used.

Good luck in your front end choice.

I have friends who have the VPI. I had a VPI early and had several updates. I was frustrated with The quality. I bought a Voyd that sounded much better. (SME V arm.) I began to have a problem and couldn't get servic so I decided on a Basis 2800. The quality and design is outstanding. Parts are matched. AJ even helped me fix the Voyd. I now have to great tables that I feel sound better than the VPI's. My friends have VPI's when they listen to the Basis they omit there is no comparison even to the Voyd. I'm able to resolve more low level detail, air, space from a silent background. music floats out naturally. The 2001 I believe is better a great buy. See if you can listen to a Basis. AJ is great help. Basis has a Graham 2.2 and Koetsu Signature.

Hey Gladstone:

What a tough spot to be in :~)

I find it interesting that some people are so argumentative/opinionated about the two tables as both are excellent. Do you prefer steak or lobster?, blonds or brunettes? If someone prefers a redhead does that mean you will too? But since you asked... I give the VPI the nod for value. The HR is $8k with 12.5 arm, flywheel and SDS motor controller. I disagree that the suspension is ANY different to live with than the Basis and agree that the grounding points are a nice and practical touch. My favorite though, is the elimination of the arm board. The system ain't cheap, but it's a steal!

Enjoy whichever you choose.

Sincerely,
Mario

I own a Basis Debut V with vacuum and I agree with that what Jazzhelp did write.

I was looking for years for my final turntable and I checked the TNT, too.

I decided to go for the Basis because of it's superior quality. In my opinion, this is nearly unbeatable.
And the vacuum is great. And everything works perfect, on and on and on.

Never a problem.

I would buy it again at once.

I thank everyone for the responses; it's a good sign that vinyl can generate so many opinions. I got a good deal on a VPI.