Very easy to do. A little cumbersome, but still the technique is simple and trouble free.
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?
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Rockyboy, a VPI Outer Ring Clamp just went up for sale today on Audiogon. |
I am a Scoutmaster user and am very pleased with the ring. I think it reduces noise floor, gives a greater sense of weight to the music, adds to speed stability. Somebody abI've asked about convenience. Yes, it is a little extra trouble, but I just put it over my head, around my neck, while changing albums. Another option is to just put it on the platter before putting the record on. Just leave it there. Get maybe 80-90% of the benefit with none of the hassle. When used over top of the record, it really is incredible to watch the cart tracking absolutely flawlessly. No movement whatsoever except moving steadily across the record. Very cool. Net net, I think it is a great upgrade. |
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