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Difference in B&W sound
I had a top of the line model (don't remember what). I got them on a wim when first wife passed...anyway, they were very disappointing...changed to top of Vandersteen line. Smiles. 
What's your experience with fine phono preamp s ?
Coincident Statement is a fine piece, also look at the Ayre equipment. 
Infinity Primus P363 TAS review
Does anyone remember the Infinity Servo Static 1A's ? 
Turntable choice
Anything with a VPI logo on it 
A/V reciever advice
I have a new Denon.....so I don't know about its longevity, however, I delighted with its performance, ease of setup, and capabilities.Denon AVR X3100 W 
currently own a vpi scout, looking to upgrade
McBuddah.....I'll let you in on a secret that Harry told me. The Superscout rim drive/Classic Platter is a very minor click less than the VPI Direct Drive. It is nearly indistinguishable between the 2. 
new to this
I certainly agree with Xti16. The proper road is to get the speakers first and then figure out what components work well with it. 
Turntable dust covers
I have a VPI Superscoutmaster....the dust cover is so big and awkward, I simply never use it. 
Receiver recommendation
I just got a Denon X3100W.....love it. Easy to set up, does everything but shine your shoes.....and does it well. 
Cartridges and old man
..that's why what this country needs is more skilled craftsmen/women, not college grads who can't find jobs. 
Cartridges and old man
Stradivarius's greatest contribution to us, was not his instruments. I suspect there are none of his instruments that haven't been worked on by present day luthiers. What he did was to codify the measurements of stringed instruments, so that today... 
Suggestions for arm to replace VPI 12.7
i too upgraded to the 3D arm....a very major improvement 
Which feet for VPI Scout
I have protective discs under the spike. What I found is that discs themselves, even if they are make of the same material and look, similar....yes even discs themselves sound different. I had some brass discs in my "extra" drawer and put them und... 
Which feet for VPI Scout
...gee whiz...and when I tried the TerraStones...I liked the Bearpaws better. I guess to each his/her own.... 
Ortofon's new A95 - titanium SLM cartridge
..just when you think you've got the state of the art....the state of the art moves forward.