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VPI Classic platter - is center milled?

Is the vpi classic platter milled with a depression in the center? vpi recommends not using a mat, but my platter has a slight rise in the center.

With the provided ring clamp and gasket, vinyl stays 2 mm above platter with a lot of wobble. If I use the rubber mat, it seats the vinyl firmly.

Thanks for input.
abp689
rodrigaj
32 posts
 
Summary:

The OP has a platter with a raised center.
Jack Rubison at VPI says it doesn't, then he tells someone else it does, then he tells Brf it doesn't.

Are things OK with VPI these days?
ptmconsulting
1,000 posts
 
Just put any straight edge on the platter and you should know immediately
rcprince
3,077 posts
 
Very confusing. You sure you don't have the platter upside down? :^)
abp689 OP
41 posts
 
Reprince, Not really if it's upside down or not. I will call the factory and get back to you.
rcprince
3,077 posts
 
I was half-joking, but given the confusion I figured I'd ask. I know Jack, and I'm sure that he would know his product, so the conflicting answers indicate some confusion in the communications. Simple way for you to check would be to lift up the platter and check the other side, I guess.
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