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Whest PS.30RDT
I used to have the PS20 all I can say its in a totally different league and competes with the very best.The resolution is imense 
TW-Acustic Raven
Contact Graham Tricker of GT Audio he is UK Distbrutor for both tables and will be able to give you his views on both the Raven One and Verdier Platine 
Best Phono Stage within 2000 $
Wow that is a big difference in price between the uk and USA; speaking from the other side of the ocean it is nice to see the role reserved! 
Verus Vs Rim Drive
Gut_man Think the Verus would take the VPI TNT with superplatter up with the very best 
Verus Vs Rim Drive
I use the old lead TNT platter so maybe different with a standard Super Scoutmaster but having a quick look at the distance between edge of platter and the plinth about 10mm (about 0.4inch) 
Best Phono Stage within 2000 $
Yes there is a price difference between the 30r and 30dt nearly $1000 dollars but you getting a lot closer to the reference in terms of resolution 
Verus Vs Rim Drive
Yes I think its the speed stabilty that gives the Verus the edge in terms of performance. It seems like a lot of design and thought has gone into the speed controller. I really wish my findings were different but there is a noticeable change in so... 
Best Phono Stage within 2000 $
Basically The PS30dt uses a duel transfomer and the same parts as the Reference it cost a good bit extra but is really worth it as gives your more resolutionCurio glad you enjoy the phono stage wait till you get the Graham and then you hear anothe... 
Looking for guidance with older VPI HW-19 tables
Also try and get one with the lead platter (old TNT platter) its really good Perhaps the Mk4 is the best to go forRead Arthur Salvatore site around the HW19 plenty of good avice there 
Scout to Scoutmaster
You could always do this in stages I would get the super scoutmaster plinth first its not so expensive then over time you can upgrade bearing platter motor add sds and rim rim drive as funds become available. Speak to Mike he is quite helpful 
Best Phono Stage within 2000 $
Mikeyc8You still should heer the Allnic if you can on acoustic music it is very special but for me just not great with rock music. I heard it twice once on my system and once at the dealers and both times just did not allow the energy to come thro... 
Best Phono Stage within 2000 $
This is based in my system in another system the results may well be differentI tried about 9 phonostages I have a super scoutmaster with the rim drive I use a trans fi Terminator arm with a zxy cartridge Here are a few I tiredPs Audio phonostage ... 
Best Phono Stage within 2000 $
AudiofeilI went through quite a search before settling on ps30r If you want send me email and I will talk you through my experiences 
Best Phono Stage within 2000 $
The Whest Ps30r is a great phono stageWhen listening to phonostages I hear a lot and the PS30r is in a different class totally clean and great resolution Its will out perform anything I heard costing twice its price.Read the review in HIFI world i... 
Rock: well recorded bass...60s/70s
The Who live at leedsRush A Farewell to the KingsYes Often Chris Squire Bass stands outSome of the Joni Mitchell Hejira with Jaco playing