VPI upgrade?

I'd like to upgrade my turntable, a VPI Scout 1.1. w/ Ortofon 2M Black cart....

Question, staying with VPI, is Prime a significant upgrade? Also, using a Channel Island phono pre...I'll be buying used, budget $3500.

I might regret this, any other sugestions?

larseand01-17-2023 4:28pm

photodusty Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 100 posts 01-17-2023 at 07:02pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I’ll be watching this thread but I’d like to ask why are you moving on? I too run a scout 1.1 but never had the urge to move it up. Just moved carts. ( side note: I went from the bronze to the black then to a Hana sl….I am staying in the Hana family) db
tablejockey Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,890 posts 01-17-2023 at 08:23pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Assuming your rig is optimized, a LOMC alone can be a welcome upgrade. The Prime will have the 3D arm, so depending on who you you ask, it is an upgrade. Your budget with patience, could find something quite good. VPI or another brand. I'd look for a Classic 3 or late model Aries if staying VPI.
russ69 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,501 posts 01-17-2023 at 08:54pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I'd upgrade the phono pre and cartridge first.