Sonic difference bteween VPI hw 19 mk iv & VPI TNT


I am looking to buy either a HW 19 MK IV with a SME 4.5 and a TNT w/JMW 12. All through tube pre and amp.
Any thoughts would be helpfull. Music is evenly divided between Classical, Jazz and Rock
Thanks!
memac

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Memac

I owned the HW 19 Mk IV and currently own a TNT. Both with ET 2 arms.

I echo what Wntrmute2 said with one exception.

The HW19 MKIV keeps time "ok" - the TNT without an SDS can't keep speed - it goes too fast (at least mine did). So budget for an SDS as well. I had to buy a new SDS. Don't rely on that old PLC speed controller if that is what the TNT you are looking at comes with. It is old and quirky.

You also need "alot" more real estate for the TNT. And to move it requires some dis-assembly so you have to really think when you get thoughts about moving gear around in the room.

Cheers