Vpi vs. TW Acustic


My analog rig consists of a VPI Aries I, Triplanar, and Benz LP. My SoCal dealer suggests the Grand Prix Monaco TT should be my next move. However I don't have that kind of moola lying around and just try finding a used one. It ain't happening. So, would the TW Raven One be a big improvement over the the Aries or too much of a sideways move? And without the opportunity to audition, too risky?
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Dlanselm,sorry but I've learned my lesson!I'm done on the subject.

It's kinda like I called someone's kid ugly.No intention to purposely ridicule anyone's choices.Only to mention my thoughts on better/less costly designs,as how they might relate to this product.....IMO.

I mean,the original thread "does" ask a valid question!!

It does not mitigate the fact that the Raven is a well liked and good product.Maybe just not my cup of tea.

As for any "history" I may have had previously in the hobby/industry....that is totally irrelevent to the subject.Believe me,nobody would benefit from my going "there".

Including the folks cluing some into my agenda!!!!!

I'd rather stick to the specific subject,regarding viable design,and my "opinion" on the VPi's or any other stuff.

Btw,just for the heck...The Oracle Delphi is a fabulous design,and gorgeous to behold.Not a bad choice if one is interested in saving a few bucks,with alot of bang for the cash outlay.It has been around for awhile and represents a very well thought out design....

NO,I'm not going to give a dissertation on why I believe it "is" so,and offer comparisons.Check it out!

Whether I am in,or out of the hobby....

Would a retired athelete be less able to analyze his sport? After four decades of involvement.Hmm?

Best
Madfloyd,
Could you describe the differences you hear between your old VPI rig and your new Raven One/TriPlanar? I assume you are using the same Dynavector XV-1S. Thanks.
Sirspeedy --I am puzzled by your refusal to mention anything about comparisons you have made between the turntables you like and the TW design which you dont.I have no agenda and have appreciated your thoughts on other threads.I would think you would supply an answer to the question posed without hesitation.I have a suspended Kuzma Reference and am thinking of getting a TW designed Table therefore I looked forward to your comments.
Im sure you understand that your silence may make one wonder.
Sirspeedy, yes the Oracle Delphi IS an excellent table but after repeated listening I found it a little light in the bottom end for my tastes.

The Oracle was one of the tables I gave seriuos consideration to over a year ago also it's a hell of a lot better looking then many on the market including the Ravens.

BTW they also make a killer phono stage, it really is superb.
Really,this is getting a good bit out of control!Why I am asked to mention comparisons sort of misses my point about other viable options.I've not A/B'd virtually any product over the years,other than power cords or cables.

I "have" heard the exact same program material on numerous occassions,on many products/tables.Enough to offer up my own "opinion" on the matter.That is about it!

No ill will,to any posters here.This is an opinionated forum.NO?

Best to all........"almost".

Now I've got to watch the season's last episode of "24"!I've got some "opinions" as to how that might end,but better not go "there".Besides that question has not been raised here,so why start trouble?