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Postby anthony66 » 24 Jan 2012 22:48

VPI custom table
This post is primarily to show my latest project. I have been acquiring VPI components a few years and the day has finally arrived. Having completed many commission pieces in the past I decided to construct a custom plinth and isolation base utilizing Gingko balls. Now that I have completed the project I decided to post a few photos. The final specifications of the turntable with the feet are, 21 ½ “ X 15 3/8" X 4 1/8" (W x D x H), not including the isolation platform. The table with the motor is quite massive at 63 ½ lbs. Once mounted on the platform a total of 76 ½ lbs., on the suspension balls. A visually stunning, imposing, rock solid piece of audio equipment, as I am sure you will agree. The construction of the table was executed with the utmost care and consideration for final performance of the rig.

Since completion I have spent many hours auditioning the table with many familiar favourite recordings that are known by audiophiles for their quality. I was immediately struck by the rigs’ absolute neutrality. The table disappears during playback, no colouration, an obvious absence of any audible mechanical or acoustic interference. I had acoustic feedback issues with my last table, absolutely none here. The finished table in all aspects, appearance and performance, has surpassed all my expectations. I am very excited with it and will now continue to immerse myself in listening.[album][/album]2023820237202362023520234
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Re: Custom VPI table

Postby Alec124c41 » 25 Jan 2012 05:02

=D> =D> =D> Very nice!

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Re: Custom VPI table

Postby Dinohyus Hollandi » 25 Jan 2012 09:30

If it sounds just half as good as it looks then you're probably already a very happy man...
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Re: Custom VPI table

Postby Fishtails » 22 Mar 2012 10:51

I love it!!!
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Re: Custom VPI table

Postby bauzace50 » 22 Mar 2012 13:44

Beautiful job!
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Re: Custom VPI table

Postby SonImagesHIFI » 19 Aug 2012 22:59

Hello Anthony66,

Wow... This is a beautiful TT...
I am new here, I was trying to look for some info online about custom DIY on VPI Turntable and saw your post.. I am wondering if you would be so kind to help me.,
I have a VPI SSM Basic model... I do not like the Original Black VPI Base Plinth and would like to try custom build one... till i saw your tt...
Would you please let me know what exactly the right SPINDLE and can i order it from VPI?
I am planning to use Russian Ply Wood 4 layers of 3/4" with 1 layer of 3/4" Purple Heart Hard Wood each top and bottom...
Thank you so much Anthony
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