VPI HW-19 or VPI Traveler

I am looking at either an HW-19 w/ Rega RB300 tone arm or a new VPI Traveler. Both are 1K and the HW-19 is in new condition. What is the better turntable?

pioneerhip07-23-2020 4:06pm

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yogiboy Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,846 posts 07-24-2020 at 09:39am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I’ve been using the HW-19 MK3 for 25 years. The only part I replaced is the Hurst motor that is still available ($90) from Hurst. I doubt you will find a better table for a grand. If that table was still being made it would be in the $3000+ range. BTW, I use mine with a SME 309 arm so I can’t comment on the Rega arm! https://www.vpiindustries.com/hw-19-mkiii
yogiboy Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,846 posts 07-25-2020 at 01:57pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete You made the right choice. I use a few drops of Castrol HD 40 weight oil to lube the bearing. Enjoy your new table!
yogiboy Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,846 posts 07-25-2020 at 02:16pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I use the Mobile Fidelity Geo-Disc! https://www.amazon.com/Mobile-Fidelity-Sound-Labs-Geo-Disc/dp/B003WXLG2I/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&hvadid=78409049410567&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqm

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