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  1. I

    VPI-HW19 mk4 needs hinges….

    So I’ve been restoring the above mentioned VPI HW-19 mk 4 and have it all back together including the original (to it) Audioquest tone arm. However I bought a repopped dust cover but can’t seem to find hinges anywhere…. Tried VPI, EBay, google search…. All yielded no results, so I’m wondering if...
    • istics
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    • dust cover hinge dustcover dustcover hinges vpi vpi hw19
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Turntables
  2. C

    First post! Scored 6 turntables in 7 days and I don’t know what to do! Been in this hobby for less than a month!

    So as the title says, I’ve bought 6 Turn tables in a short while, I am new to the hobby as of this year but I think I’ve landed some keepers! The first was a near mint Pioneer PL-630 for a whopping $60, needs some TLC but it plays good just sometimes has speed issues with the quartz lock. Gonna...
    • Chiefkeefe
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    • biotracer pioneer ps-x600 ps-x800 sony vpi vpi classic - ffyx - amari
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: Turntables
  3. tutor_turtle

    Hudson HiFi 'Table setup tools

    A few years back I bought a VPI Scout (w/Nordost wiring, Dynavector DV 20X2L cartridge) For those of you familiar with VPI's omni-pivot arm, setup is a bear. It never seemed quite "right". Recently I bought the 'table setup tool kit from Hudson HiFi. Finally. the flower has bloomed. Every part...
    • tutor_turtle
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    • 'table setup hudson hifi omni-pivot scout setup tools vpi
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Turntables
  4. Damien A

    VPI HW-19 Mark IV identification and cart/stylus recommendations…

    Hey y’all, I picked up this beautiful VPI turntable and am currently having it serviced by my tech. I have a few questions as this is my first experience with a VPI turntable 1. What’s a good cartridge/styli recommendation for this table and AudioQuest tonearm? I had a spare Lafayette t6000...
    • Damien A
    • Thread
    • audioquest cartiridge platter styli tonearm turntable vpi vpi hw 19
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  5. entreat11

    joining the VPI club and had questions.

    Hi Everyone! i am about to receive an Aries 3 turntable and im pretty excited, is there anything special i should know or any tips. I believe it has the frosted acrylic platter and the oil damping JMW 10.5i inch arm. It has a silver body shelter cart on there but needs a cantilever and tip...
    • entreat11
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    • aries3 turntable turntable advice vpi
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. MuseChaser

    Clamp Usage/True Confession

    I purchased a VPI Scout new back in 2015 and really love it. It included a felt mat, a screw-on record clamp, and a thin rubber washer that fits over the spindle. I thought the included manual suggested placing the record on the mat, then the rubber washer over the spindle as a buffer between...
  7. D

    VPI Prime Hum - Lemo connector

    Hi: I have a VPI prime with hum at higher volume. I grounded the lemo connector today and the hum stopped. Any ideas why this would happen?
  8. J A

    Rega RP1 upgrade or replace

    I got an RP1 maybe a month ago to replace an old Kenwood (Kd-5070) and I'm contemplating the next move. I see there are tons of upgrades you can do to this baseline Rega but I'm really wondering if I wouldn't be better off trying to sell or trade both of these and rolling that into an RP3 or a...
    • J A
    • Thread
    • kd-5070 rega rp1 rp3 vpi
    • Replies: 48
    • Forum: Turntables
  9. BA3000

    Someone please help ID my tonearm

    Hey Everyone. I’ve been following the forums for quite a while, but just recently signed up and this is my first post. I was hoping someone might be able to identify the make and model of my tonearm. There is no apparent brand name or logo visible. I bought my whole turntable setup that it’s...
    • BA3000
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    • hw-19 identify koetsu make model tonearm vpi
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Turntables
  10. D

    Adding a drainage tube in old VPI 16.5 RCM machine

    Hi All, Is there any thread or any link on how to add a drainage tube in the older models of VPI 16.5 machines. I see no options to clean the tank water. I am just worried that I may damage the box which is a MDF material and can cause the unit to a total shut down. I got this from someone on...
    • dibs
    • Thread
    • vpi vpi 16.5 rcm vpi rcm vpi record cleaner
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. Janotoro

    Soundsmith MCP2 MKII Vs. VPI Voyager Phono Preamps?

    Hi All, I am currently deciding between the Soundsmith MCP2 MKII or the VPI Voyager Phono Preamps. My cart is Audiosmith MIMC Star SE and my TT is a VPI Prime Signature and the Amp is the VPI 299D Integrated Tube amp. I am not sure which one will generate the best synergy and also which one...
    • Janotoro
    • Thread
    • audiosmith matching phono preamp vpi
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  12. pioneerhip

    VPI HW-19 MK3 hinge help!!

    Does anyone have a lead on where to get replacement hinges? Mine are worn and will not hold the cover up. Love the table!!
  13. pioneerhip

    VPI HW-19 Hinges

    Just purchased a new to me VPI HW-19 and the hinges are worn out. Does anyone have suggestions on where to get these? eBay looks like a dead end. Anyone else have a suggestion or by slim chance have a pair of them?
  14. Janotoro

    Soundsmith Zephyr VPI vs. Zephyr MIMC Star SE???

    I hope the cumulative wisdom of Audio Karma can help to find thr answer I cant find online... it may require for someone to have the experience owning or listening to both, the Soundsmith Zephyr VPI and the Soundsmith Zephyr MIMC Star SE. I have the Zephyr VPI and so far has been a great cart...
    • Janotoro
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    • cartridge phono sound soundsmith turntable vinyl vpi
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  15. Mellotronix

    New mono and upgraded stereo vinyl playback

    I am currently using an old Project Carbon Esprit with a Grado ME+ mono cart for mono playback. I have a mix of originals from the 60's and most of the Beatles/Beach Boys recent mono reissues. The Project Carbon is temporary while I wait for Sumiko to send me a circuit board for my Project...
    • Mellotronix
    • Thread
    • bowers and wilkins grado grado mono cartridge mono project debut carbon project esprit rel sutherland vpi yamaha as801
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Members' Systems
  16. J

    Turntable repair.

    I have an older VPI turntable that needs some adjustments. Anyone know who does turntable repairs in DC or Virginia area?
  17. Janotoro

    Any VPI 299D Integrated Amplifier Owners?

    Hi, I am very tempted by the opportunity to buy a VPI 299D Integrated Amplifier; I have read the reviews and read some discussions about why VPI made them, etc, but I have not find a detailed review from a current or past owner about the sound quality, if it is really worth the investment or if...
  18. brotherly

    HW-19 jr platter upgrade

    Hi guys, I spotted a nice lead-filled black acrylic (delrin?) platter with an inverted bearing (no cork on the bottom though, maybe it was just removed?) on evil-bay. I believe it's the MK-IV? But I'm not totally sure. I can weigh it when it arrives. Seller said it's 1" thick. I may have been a...
  19. brotherly

    Origin Live / Rega RB 250 stub help

    This may be a stupid question/post, but I'm wondering about this one. I just picked up a VPI HW-19 jr with an Origin Live tonearm, I believe it's a modified RB250. The weird part is, the stub is very loose. AFAIK, you should be able to just screw and unscrew the stub, but this one just spins...
  20. M

    Help! I'm lost. Need my first TT. VPI vintage?

    Hi all, Looking to buy my first TT. Want to play my dad's old motown records. No preamp, will buy based on deck. Budget for TT and cartridge is no more than $1200. I like to tinker a bit but I don't want too much fuss. I'm looking at an open box TT15S ($1150) music hall ikura ($799), Pioneer...
  21. rocknroll1

    looking ofr new MC cart

    I am looking to get my 1st MC cart. It will go on my VPI TNT TT with the uni pivot JMW 10 tonearm. It will be hooked up to Emotiva XPA amp, XSP-1 pre amp and Monitor Audio gold 200 speakers. I currently am running a Ortofon 2mm black which will passed down to my other table (VPI HW 19 III). I...
  22. rocknroll1

    VPI HW 19 III w/audioquest tone arm

    Just picked up this TT but not familiar with this tonearm. I have another VPI with the JMW tonearm but not familiar with audio quest. Can someone give me info on this table and arm. I have 2 carts I am thinking about putting on it a ortofon 2mm black and a shure v15. Thanks guys.
  23. Stereofro

    Denon DL103R and VPI Scout not playing old records.

    I know this is a silly question but I am fairly new to vinyl. My TT plays fine on new records but skips on ALL older records that seem to be in good shape. I am using a Denon DL103R and started at 2.5g tracking force. I raised it to 2.60 and no luck. I know 2.5 is recommended. The records appear...
  24. Seaneman

    Adding a sub to my vintage setup... help.

    OK, my current rig is thus: -VPI Scout> Harman-Kardon 730 TwinPower> a/d/s L7e speakers. Space is limited and volume level is low-moderate. (I'm just retired from a 30 year career as a live/studio drummer, so I'm good on 'loud' for ten lifetimes.) I love, LOVE the sound of the L7e's, but...
    • Seaneman
    • Thread
    • ads harmon kardon receiver subwoofer vintage audio vpi
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Speakers
  25. davelarz

    MMF-7 or VPI Traveler

    Hello all - looking for any input on my current decision. I'm running an original MMF-7 w Grado Sonata right now and have been thinking that would be my rig until I got together the funds for a VPI Classic. But I've also been feeling lately like this tt is the weak link in my chain... and in my...
    • davelarz
    • Thread
    • mmf-7 music hall vpi vpi traveler
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Turntables
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