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To ring or not to ring?

Own a VPI Classic 3 with the heavyweight clamp (as well as the screw on clamp), but didn't spring for the periphery ring in order to hold down costs. My lps are in good condition; so, not sure I need a ring for the sole purpose of flattening warped lps. I can always switch to the screw on clamp if I ever come across one. But some reviews attribute sonic improvements to the rings. IMHO the VPI ring is very pricey. TT Weights offers a couple cheaper alternatives. Question is - even if I don't have any warped lps, would I glean sonic benefits from using a ring? And if so, does it really matter which ring I purchase?
rockyboy
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kgturner
663 posts
 
Just shop around eBay. You'll eventually find one for sale. I think I paid less than $400 for mine. You just have to be patient.
rockyboy OP
335 posts
 
I'm getting lazy in my old age. Is the VPI ring EASY to remove and and install again when it's time to flip or change an lp?
philb7777
401 posts
 
Very easy to do. A little cumbersome, but still the technique is simple and trouble free.
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jmcgrogan2
6,346 posts
 
Rockyboy, a VPI Outer Ring Clamp just went up for sale today on Audiogon.
rockyboy OP
335 posts
 
I was too slow; ring sold yesterday. My dealer sells the ring for $615. Think I'll let the moths out of the wallet and get one; who cares if the wife and I have to eat cat food for the next couple months. If it disappoints, I'm coming after everyone who endorsed it! LOL
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