VPI Scout 1.1 (New Model with Metal Platter & JMW9T tapered tonearm) LNIB

ecod123
ecod123 Posts: 379
edited December 2013 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
Sad day for me. Selling my unused LNIB VPI Scout 1.1. This is the latest Scout model that was released earlier this year. The Scout 1.1 offers many improvements over the already well acclaimed original acrylic platter Scout, including the new heavier aluminum platter, an improved bearing and the JMW9T tapered tonearm.

My unit was purchased from an authorized dealer and was intended to be the pride of a second audio system, to match with the IFI iPhono. Unfortunately, as some audiophiles will attest to, some dream second systems are just that and never come to fruition. It’s time to move on and I have just sold the IFI iPhono. Hence, the sale of this turntable.

I did open the box when it arrived to ensure the contents were intact and like every audiophile, I was like a kid in a candy store and had to see it. It was repacked shortly thereafter. No cartridge was ever mounted and no LPs were played on it. For all practical purposes, it is new but since I opened the box and viewed the content, I would term it mint/LNIB.

The buyer will be getting a LNIB turntable with all the included factory accessories at a substantial discount. In essence, you are getting a mint Scout 1.1 with all the improvements, for less than the price of a new original Scout.

I am offering it first on the forums and pricing it to sell quickly.

So it’s yours for $1,585. Shipping is buyer’s responsibility. Will be shipping from Southern California (about 45 lb). Shipping fee is probably about $45 west coast and about to $75 east coast. Paypal, if used, add 3%. Message me if you have any questions.

**The leftmost pic is from VPI website. The other four are pics of actual item for sale.
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  • cstmar01
    cstmar01 Posts: 4,424
    edited November 2013
    Hmm. Possibly interested. Do you know if you can run the outside ring to hold down the vinyl during play back and does it come with a center clamp?
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  • ecod123
    ecod123 Posts: 379
    edited November 2013
    Yes, it comes with the standard black center clamp, as well as the alignment jig and tools, power cord and manuals (see pics below)

    I am not sure about the vpi periphery ring clamp. I may have to check with VPI on that. Let me know if you have other questions.

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  • nspindel
    nspindel Posts: 5,343
    edited November 2013
    I'm listening to my Traveler right now. VPI rocks, I have an RCM of theirs as well. GLWTS.
    Good music, a good source, and good power can make SDA's sing. Tubes make them dance.
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  • Mike Reeter
    Mike Reeter Posts: 4,315
    edited November 2013
    Nice table, the uni-pivot arm is easy to set up and tracks very well, if the platter has a slight recess on the outer edge, I'd say it will accommodate the Periphery Ring.

    Would be best to make a call to verify though. GLWTS
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  • ecod123
    ecod123 Posts: 379
    edited November 2013
    Thanks, guys!

    It was a tough decision to sell. VPI makes great tables. Well designed, quality construction, great value and made here in USA.

    Hoping this will go to a fellow polkie, so that we can at least get a review on it. : )
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,366
    edited November 2013
    Mark this Sold!!!

    Thanks Jason...
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  • ecod123
    ecod123 Posts: 379
    edited November 2013
    Sold to Larry! Thanks!!

    This TT is staying in-house with a fellow polkie!
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  • hochpt21
    hochpt21 Posts: 5,423
    edited November 2013
    Nice grab, Larry!
    2 ChannelTurntable - VPI Classic 2/Ortofon 2M BlueAmplification - Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum II, Parks Audio Budgie PhonoSpeakers - GoldenEar Triton 17.2 Home TheaterDenon AVR-X3300W; Rotel RMB-1066; Klipsch RP-280F's, Klipsch RP-450C, Polk FXi3's, Polk RC60i; Dual SVS PB 2000's; BenQ HT2050; Elite Screens 120"Man CaveTurntable - Pro-Ject 2.9 Wood/Grado GoldAmplification - Dared SL2000a, McCormack DNA 0.5 DeluxeCD: Cambridge AudioSpeakers - Wharfedale Linton 85th Anniversary; LSiM 703; SDA 2A
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  • ecod123
    ecod123 Posts: 379
    edited November 2013
    Larry, tried to PM you but your message box is full. Headsup, Fedex tried delivery unsuccessfully Friday, so keep an eye out for the TT next week. Cheers.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,366
    edited November 2013
    Yeah, We closed shop on Friday, so I hope it's there on Monday!!
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  • ecod123
    ecod123 Posts: 379
    edited November 2013
    That's what I figured, because of the Thanksgiving holidays. Should be there Monday. Enjoy!
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,366
    edited December 2013
    Turntable is in the house... I have only peeked in the box, sad thing is I don't think I will pull it out of the box till this weekend...
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  • nspindel
    nspindel Posts: 5,343
    edited December 2013
    You're going to love it. Very happy with my VPI, and they're a great company to deal with.
    Good music, a good source, and good power can make SDA's sing. Tubes make them dance.
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  • Mike Reeter
    Mike Reeter Posts: 4,315
    edited December 2013
    Toolfan66 wrote: »
    Turntable is in the house... I have only peeked in the box, sad thing is I don't think I will pull it out of the box till this weekend...

    Larry, take your time when setting up and dialing in your new table. The Unipivot arm takes some getting used to, 'njoy your new toy.
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  • ecod123
    ecod123 Posts: 379
    edited December 2013
    Mike Reeter wrote: »
    Larry, take your time when setting up and dialing in your new table. The Unipivot arm takes some getting used to, 'njoy your new toy.

    +1 to what Mike said.

    Larry, with your analog experience, I am confident you can set up the unipivot table without any problem. But just in case, Michael Fremer has an instructive DVD on turntable set-up, in which he set up 3 different tables, including a VPI table (Scoutmaster) with the unipivot arm - "21st Century Vinyl"

    Have fun this weekend with the new table!
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