theflattire
Active Member
The Classic Signature is the only version of the Classic VPI currently sells and yeah it's got the big honking like 20 lb platter
I have to get a new iso deck that can handle the weight of this thing so CURRENTLY option two would not include the iso deck. But either way, as in the photo it would only cover the table, not the iso deck as well.
If I was you, I would just wait until you get everything up and running.
Decide then if you actually need and intend to use any optional stuff or add ons.
You may decide the acrylic dust cover is a PITA, the plinth is so heavy you don't need any vibration stuff, etc.
I haven't checked the weight but if it's anything like the Prime, the thing is a freakin beast; I had hard time getting it up the stairs. Ok I just checked and I think it's heavier than the Prime 21. Plinth and platter are like 50lbs. Think hand truck. Looks like you get the upgraded feet too. The regular old ones (cones) aren't too shabby either.
Your VPI is NOT a Rega. In fact the total opposite. You are not gonna want to move it once you get it in place so whatever you do think something permanent. I got a piece of 3/4" ply under mine, supposed to be temporary, but I don't even want to think of moving it. Hell I have a hard time picking up the freakin platter and getting it back on the spindle!
Think over-built beyond your wildest dreams. It was beyond my wildest dreams and I can dream pretty wild. Probably wouldn't move in a tornado.
I dreamed of all kinds of options too, but right now I'm pretty happy just as it is. No speed control, no 12" Fatboy, etc. my Prime is pretty awesome.
If you need to upgrade, get an Avenger! If you need to spend some gas, tank that Aria and think Luxman EQ500.