Stringreen, my buddy has ordered the new ceramic coated platter. He has heard some mixed reviews with some coming directly from VPI. Most reviews say there is little difference between the ceramic and alum platter. He really doesn't care since he is upgrading from the old super platter.
I was also wondering why VPI did not use the ceramic coated platter at the most recent hi-end shows.
Looking forward to reading your listening impressions as you spend more time with the new platter.