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The VPI Classic 1 Turntable is a special edition 30th Anniversary model that combines a solid laminated 2.5" thick MDF block chassis with 11 gauge steel for rigidity and noise rejection. It features a new investment cast aluminum high inertia platter with a precision inverted bearing and a solid mounted AC synchronous motor. The turntable includes the JMW-10.5i SE unipivot tonearm in rigid mount mode, which has tonearm anti-skate standard. The Classic 1 offers speed stability on par with master tape, noise rejection allowing placement near subwoofers, and a real black oak or walnut wood veneer finish. It weighs 45 pounds and measures 20.75" W x 15.75" D x 10" H including the tonearm wire loop. Optional accessories include a lift-off full dustcover, center weight, periphery ring clamp, and SDS power supply. The Classic 1 is praised for its fast, clean, wide-open sound with deep powerful bass and exceptional low-level resolution, making it competitive with much higher-priced turntables.
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Components that show up alongside the Classic 1 with JMW 10.5i Damped Stainless Steel in real systems. A verdict means the pair has been checked for compatibility and headroom — open it to see how the two get along.
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The Classic's platter weight is 8.16 kg (18 lbs) against the Classic 1 with JMW 10.5i Damped Stainless Steel's 20.41 kg (45 lbs). Both share effective length (267 mm), drive type (Belt), and platter material (Aluminum).
The Super Prime Scout 21's platter weight is 9.07 kg (20 lbs) against the Classic 1 with JMW 10.5i Damped Stainless Steel's 20.41 kg (45 lbs). Both share effective length (267 mm), drive type (Belt), and platter material (Aluminum).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The PD-171A's platter weight is 5 kg (11 lbs) against the Classic 1 with JMW 10.5i Damped Stainless Steel's 20.41 kg (45 lbs) and its effective length 229 mm against 267 mm. Both share drive type (Belt) and platter material (Aluminum).
The Classic Wood MPX Midi's platter weight is 6 kg (13 lbs) against the Classic 1 with JMW 10.5i Damped Stainless Steel's 20.41 kg (45 lbs) and its weight 19 kg (42 lbs) against 20.41 kg (45 lbs). Both share drive type (Belt) and platter material (Aluminum).
Classic Walnut
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