VPI Scout 1.1 parts to upgrade HW~19

The HW series tables were/are very upgradeable, but it's a rabbit hole. 

If you're committed, the upgrade process is an interesting way to learn about the rewards of certain types of isolation/& resonance control.

If you are buying a full Scout, make sure you first listen to it before cannibalizing its platter for use on the 19.  You may still like the 19 better.  I am curious as to why you would want to buy a Scout with the express purpose of using only its platter and arm instead of the entire thing.

Be careful about replacing the 19’s delrin/lead platter with the Scout’s metal platter.  The metal platter will have a very different tonal character which you may or may not like.  You MAY gain a little rotational inertia with the Scout platter’s additional 2-3 lbs, but the different tonal character will probably be much more of a concern.  The different arm is, of course, another variable.  I can’t comment on the Scout’s arm, but I do know that the Rega is a pretty good arm.

If you want to substantially improve the 19 while retaining its general tonal signature (assuming you like it already and just want to improve matters) there are two things that you can do.  The 19 MK IV platter is a significant improvement in the area of speed stability and bass solidity while retaining the basic tonal character.  Personally, I would start there and try and find one.  In my opinion the biggest improvement of all would be an SDS motor controller.  Very significant improvement across the board; regardless or platter used.  

Good luck.

I've been asking around and the common response is...find a super platter or find a Mk IV platter. Since I asked I should listen. 

I thought the Scout would save me money and the  (indefinite) time it will take to find a derlin platter. But being impatient and trying to save money are not the best pathways to upgrade ones kit. 

Thanks for the advice. And if anyone sees a VPI super platter, a TNT platter, or Mk IV platter. Drip me a line. 

I bought a Mk IV plater and bearing three years ago to put on a VPI Aries. It wasn't until after I purchased that I found out that the Aries plinth would have to be re drilled to fit the Mk Iv bearing, so I had to ship the plinth, bearing, and platter to VPI to be drilled out and fitted. Find out ahead of time if those three will be drop in, or do you need to send your table in to be re fitted by calling VPI and speaking to one of the techs. 

I had a MkIV platter on my HW-19 and it fit without having to drill. I have a super platter but it’s for a project. The bearing for the super platter fits perfectly.