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I broke my VPI clamp
« on: October 19, 2011, 06:42:41 PM »
I dropped and broke my Delrin clamp as hit a metal speaker stand and that was the end of it. Before I buy new does anyone have one they are looking to sell Thanks........Bill
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #1 on: October 19, 2011, 07:10:33 PM »
Bill,
Could have been worse... you could have wiped out your cartridge stylus...

Take a look at the Bren1 record clamp http://www.bren1recordclamp.com/... I was very happy with mine when I had my Well Tempered Classic TT...

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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #2 on: October 19, 2011, 07:31:03 PM »
Quote from: Triode Pete on October 19, 2011, 07:10:33 PM
Bill,
Could have been worse... you could have wiped out your cartridge stylus...

Take a look at the Bren1 record clamp http://www.bren1recordclamp.com/... I was very happy with mine when I had my Well Tempered Classic TT...

Pete

Will this work with a VPI the websight makes no reference to it ??
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #3 on: October 19, 2011, 07:55:24 PM »
Quote from the website, "Universal fit easily placed on any turntable spindle."

This clamp works by gravity only; it's mass loaded, not threaded. I had the original aircraft grade aluminum one... I would opt for the brass one...

It worked better than my original threaded spindle clamp (small 2") on my WT Classic TT.

My $0.02,
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #4 on: October 20, 2011, 03:44:30 AM »
Quote from: Triode Pete on October 19, 2011, 07:55:24 PM
Quote from the website, "Universal fit easily placed on any turntable spindle."

This clamp works by gravity only; it's mass loaded, not threaded. I had the original aircraft grade aluminum one... I would opt for the brass one...

It worked better than my original threaded spindle clamp (small 2") on my WT Classic TT.

My $0.02,
Pete

Thanks Pete
I went into the gallery and found pics. of VPI turntables using the clamp..............Bill
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #5 on: October 20, 2011, 05:45:41 AM »
Hold on a sec. I tried the Bren1 on my VPI table and it was not a good match. Too many issues with that rubber washer needed to firmly attach the record to the platter - using it vs not using it. My imaging got all mushed up with the Bren1. I don;t think it fully engaged the record as well as the VPI clamp did.

The delrin clamp is the way to go if you can find a replacement. I don't think they are too expensive direct from VPI.
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #6 on: October 20, 2011, 10:59:25 AM »
Quote from: BobM on October 20, 2011, 05:45:41 AM
Hold on a sec. I tried the Bren1 on my VPI table The delrin clamp is the way to go if you can find a replacement. I don't think they are too expensive direct from VPI.

Bob - when did you get a VPI table????
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #7 on: October 20, 2011, 01:11:22 PM »
OK - VPI clone (MK III platter and bearing and stand alone motor). Still, the same type platter and bearing that eleazar would be using this on.
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #8 on: October 20, 2011, 01:26:26 PM »
Quote from: BobM on October 20, 2011, 05:45:41 AM
Hold on a sec. I tried the Bren1 on my VPI table and it was not a good match. Too many issues with that rubber washer needed to firmly attach the record to the platter - using it vs not using it. My imaging got all mushed up with the Bren1. I don;t think it fully engaged the record as well as the VPI clamp did.

The delrin clamp is the way to go if you can find a replacement. I don't think they are too expensive direct from VPI.

Thanks Bob several sights have the replacement clamp
the only diff. is the one for $149.99 is part stainless steel. The one for $99 is all Delrin. I also found just up on AudioGon a HR-X Stainless Steel Center Weight and periphery Ring Clamp for $600, just thinking should I go all out or not ??..............Bill
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #9 on: October 20, 2011, 01:30:15 PM »
That's the same ring I have, I thought you said it wouldn't work on your platter.
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #10 on: October 20, 2011, 01:38:44 PM »
Quote from: etcarroll on October 20, 2011, 01:30:15 PM
That's the same ring I have, I thought you said it wouldn't work on your platter.

Your always telling me I don't have a clue Right ??
You must be right. This seller has an Aries and it works on his. He sent me a pic. and his looks just like mine and my platter is an Aries........Bill
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #11 on: October 20, 2011, 02:27:49 PM »
Well, if he'll take it back should it not work, get it. And the weight.

Get the HRX feet if you can as well.

And a SDS speed box.

And a Gingko Cloud.

And a ...............
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #12 on: October 20, 2011, 04:55:58 PM »
Which Aries platter you got? One pic is for the upgraded all Acrylic platter that replaced the heavier metal/acrylic platter(2nd pic) that came with the Aries One. I have both of them for my Aries. Original platter is slightly smaller than a 12" record, say 11 1/2". 

Not sure if the ring clamp works with the original platter per this from the VPI website: Scout, Aries 1 & 2, HW-19 & older TNT owners will need to purchase the HRX platter and bearing in order to use the Periphery Ring Clamp.
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #13 on: October 21, 2011, 03:24:23 AM »
Here's my TT the platter is larger than an lp 12" wide
After speaking to Tom I'll also need to upgrade my suspension due to the extra weight involved. So I placed an order for the upgrade kit

http://www.elusivedisc.com/prodinfo.asp?number=HW-19ISO

I haven't heard anything else from the seller so I just may buy a new clamp and be done with it
« Last Edit: October 21, 2011, 04:06:54 AM by eleazar »
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Re: I broke my VPI clamp
« Reply #14 on: October 30, 2011, 11:03:10 AM »
Many thanks to Eagle eye Evan for sending me to Audiogon to find and buy this clamp
« Last Edit: October 30, 2011, 01:46:25 PM by eleazar »
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