Isn't the word that VPI is a more "lush" sounding table?I have an extended full blown aries and I dig it but from what I read their are tables that may be more rhythmic and Basaii may be one of 'em.Mike their gives a good argument for the Basis.While not totally finicky I was thinking to get an SME
table which is sans suspension.Never needs tweaking at all.I would have probably gotten the new Acoustic Signature for $2K and loaded for bear elsewhere from the Fremer review.Would love to be able to mount a second arm with removable Headshell for beaters and 78's.But I got the VPI new for $2500 so how could I say no?But it outclasses everything else in my rig (german Ehodin spaekrs running off eith a Mac or CJ pre[both are going one day] and a Mesa Baron].Post when you make a decision it will be interesting to find out what you did.
Cheapskate Chazz
table which is sans suspension.Never needs tweaking at all.I would have probably gotten the new Acoustic Signature for $2K and loaded for bear elsewhere from the Fremer review.Would love to be able to mount a second arm with removable Headshell for beaters and 78's.But I got the VPI new for $2500 so how could I say no?But it outclasses everything else in my rig (german Ehodin spaekrs running off eith a Mac or CJ pre[both are going one day] and a Mesa Baron].Post when you make a decision it will be interesting to find out what you did.
Cheapskate Chazz