actually, the scoutmaster does not offer the ring clamp. the super scoutmaster does. however, the scoumaster platter can accomodate the ring clamp. but i agree that it is a great turntable. i've owned one now for over a year, and did add the ring clamp, center clamp, and speed control(had the sds, sold it and bought a walker precision speed control) and signature arm. suffice to say im not planning on upgrading my analog front end again unless i win the lottery.
good luck.
good luck.