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VPI Scout or GEM Dandy PolyTable

Currently I have a Thorens TD-150 with a Rega RB-202 tonearm and 2M Bronze cart.
It is a great setup, but for 2017 I would like to upgrade my TT. Currently I am looking at either the VPI Scout or the GEM Dandy PolyTable with Jelco SA-750D Tonearm.

The PolyTable clocks in at $1795.
The VPI Scout clocks in at $2199.

http://www.vpiindustries.com/scout
http://www.hifigem.com/polytable.html

Be interested to hear what everyone thinks.

Thanks!

Ron
hifiron
leotis
151 posts
 
Started recent "$2000 turntable?" thread.
After researching a lot of good advice I went with the PolyTable.
Glad I did.
Fremer calls it Stereophile Class B. (August issue)
Recent positive TAS review: "Editors Choice"
Had considered Scout also.
Haven't A/B tested but, based on extensive research,
no doubt in my mind the PolyTable sounds better.
George Merrell is a "Living Legend" for a reason.
He is also a wonderful guy.
I'd give him a call.
leotis
151 posts
 
http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/gem-dandy-polytable/
leotis
151 posts
 
 TAS 2015 "Product of the Year"
hifiron OP
102 posts
 
Thanks for the details @leotis  what tonearm did you get?
tzh21y
1,377 posts
 
The scout is the most honest turntable value.  I have heard tables costing over 5 grand and no desire to upgrade.  The only thing is it is a unipivot with requires solid setup knowledge and execution.  When setup well, the airy sound and detail will rival many tables that cost much more.

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