I have a hopped up VPI TNT Jr (flywheel motor, sds, super platter and ring) and was playing it w/o the ring for like 6 months as its a bit of a pain. Last week, I did an A B just for giggles and realize I should not be playing it without the ring. Really adds weight to the presentation, more bass slam, better resolution, quieter back ground and more vivid three dimensional presentation.
