ARIES 3 OR SUPER SCOUTMASTER


I currently have a VPI Scoutmaster which I purchased for $2500.00. I am seeking to upgrade to either a Super Scoutmaster Signature which retails for $5500.00 and comes with the upgraded JMW-9 tonearm with Nordost wiring, SDS\speed controller, outer ring clamp and center weigth. I can send my current table back to VPI with $3000.00 to
acheive this upgrade. Now for my second option. Sell my Scoutmaster for $1500-$1700.00 and put the money toward an Aries 3 which comes with an upgraded JMW 10i tonearm which is 10 1/2 inches compared to the 9 inch on the Scoutmaster.
I always felt that the Scoutmaster was limited because it could only handle a 9 inch arm. Now I take the sale proceeds of my Scoutmaster and send VPI $4700.00 and I have an Aries 3, without the SDS, outer clamp and Center
Weight. I could then purchase the SDS, outer clamp and center weight later. My question is has anybody heard both
tables. Is the Aries 3 a better table than the Scoutmaster. It retails for $2200.00 more, but I don't want to make a decision by pricing alone. But I am swayed by the ability to use the 10 1/2 inch arm. Any help would be appreciated.
kjl

Showing 1 response by goatwuss

Kjl -

What aspects of your current turntable's sonic performance do you find lacking?

In what sense do you feel that upgrading your turntable to further up the VPI line will address these current problems that you are having?

Why do you care whether your arm is 9" long or 10.5" long?