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Rega or VPI

I currently have a music Hall MMF-5 with a shure V15VxMR cartridge. My local dealer has a Rega P25 with the RB600 tonearm, on consgnment for $750. I am tempted to snap it up. Would there be a noticeable difference in the sound quality? Would I be better off waiting and spending a little more on a VPI? Would the Shure be a good match for a while?
jdodmead
dougdeacon
3,338 posts
 
Jeff, if you hang around here too much your mind will be gone long before your hearing!

Enjoy the hunt and come back and tell us how you like the new TT.
scottht
398 posts
 
The one thing about the Vpi HW19 jr that suprised me the most over the MMF7 that I had, was the fact that the record clamp was actually usefull. Using no mat at all with the Vpi, the clamp actually does secure the LP to the platter. It is a solid connection and works really well. I tried many different mats with my MMF7 and never got it right. With the Vpi there is no need. Just keep the platter clean though.
jdodmead OP
257 posts
 
I just wanted to let you know, I picked up a Scout saturday.(my wife gave me the thumbs up) It has a Benz Micro Glider high output cart. Did I do good? Don't answer here, I will stsrt another thread.
Thanks again for all your help

Jeff
scottht
398 posts
 
You should be very happy with the choice. Congratulations
stevecham
3,340 posts
 
Congratulations! Great choice!
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