About this turntable:
Stereophile's Product of the Year, the USA-made VPI Traveler turntable establishes a new benchmark for analog performance at its price. Rock-solid speed stability, a belt-driven motor tuned for vibration-free performance, a heavy steel and aluminum platter on an inverted bearing, and a low-resonance, ten-inch gimbal-bearing tonearm round out the feature set. Hear for yourself why the Traveler continues to be a go-to favorite of veteran audiophiles and listeners just discovering vinyl LPs.Thoughtful Design, High-End Parts Equate to Thrilling Performance
Traveler is partially based on all the progress VPI made with its award-winning Classic turntables. The 24V AC motor, situated in the left rear, is powered by a DC supply that regenerates to a perfect 24V at exactly 60Hz for incredible speed stability. It's perfectly tuned for vibration-free performance, allowing Traveler to deliver much better speed stability and tremendous bottom-end control. A new platter, made from the best aluminum and steel, combines with a bearing interface using a Jacob's Taper, allowing for dead-level self-centering. A new solid-polymer foot was even developed to protect the turntable from vibrations. What's Included:
Platter, platter spindle, spindle key, tonearm, drive belt, Allen wrench, manual, cartridge alignment template, Turntable Mat, bubble level. Asking $875 (new $1500). Phono Cartridge Available as an add on for $375, (new $755):
Ortofon 2M Black MM phono cartridge (installed to tonearm), packaging included. Stylus replaced February 2019 with approximately 200 LPs played. Notes
Turntable is an 8/10 condition, with some very slight signs of use. Presents incredibly well, with no noticeable marks. Ortofon 2M Black is mounted to tonearm, and in remarkable shape. Unsure exact amount of hours on the cart, but stylus replaced February 2020. Estimate 200 LPs since stylus replacement. Custom Ginko Cover available for $200 (new $400) plus shipping. Local pick-up is encouraged.
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