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VPI Scout/JMW-9 or Nott. Horizon/Expressimo RB250?

Hi,

Please, help me to choose TT/arm combo?
Here are my options:

1. VPI Scout/JMW-9 With Dynavector 20XH cartridge (H).

2. VPI Scout upgraded with a new 300 RPM motor, the new nitrile one piece belt, and a TNT-4 platter and bearing. Comes with JMW 9 tonearm.

3. Nottingham Horizon TT with Expressimo RB250 Rega Tonearm.

They are all around $1200. I already have Shelter 501 MKII.

Option #1: sell Dynavector and my Shelter and buy ZYX R100L or H.
Option #2: sell my Shelter to buy ZYX.
Option#3: buy Nott. Horiz. and put my Shelter on it.

Could you, please, share your experience with these TT(s)/arm(s)? What are the pros and cons of these rigs?

Thank you,
D.
jimtyrro
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ozzy62
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My advice is to snag the Nottingham Interspace that is for sale here on the 'Gon and put the arm of your choice on it. It is a far better table than either the Scout or the Horizon. You can't go wrong with that table.

Oz
jimtyrro OP
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Thank you Oz. I did get Interspace. What's your experience with different mats? Also, I know Nott. doesn't recommend to use record clamp, have you ever tried one and was it good, bad ..?
Thanks again.
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ozzy62
3,129 posts
 
I used a Michell clamp for a brief time with mixed results. Ultimately my Spacedeck sounded better "clampless". The Boston Audio Mat-1 is a great match for Notts. I have one on my Spacedeck and have heard it on the Interspace too. Until you can lay your hands on one, ditch the foam cell mat and spin the record directly on the platter. Much better.

Oz
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