VPI Aries 2 Extended ( Includes: JMW-12 aluminum, SDS, Periphery Ring, HR-X Record Weight )

NEW LOWER PRICE ! ! !

PLEASE NOTE: BUYER IS ALWAYS RESPONSIBLE FOR SHIPPING AND ANY TRANSACTION FEES WHICH WILL BE UP-CHARGED DURING CHECK OUT PROCESS – NO EXCEPTIONS –

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The Aries 2 was the next evolution of the original Aries 1 where it embraced the use of an inverted bearing and offered the option of a clear or black acrylic platters (Aries 2 Dark Knight), or an extended chassis (Aries 2 Extended) to house a JMW 12 tonearm. Please note: This is the 24" wide EXTENDED version!!!

THE ARIES 2 IS THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR THOSE LOOKING FOR NEAR-TNT PERFORMANCE IN AN HW-19 SIZED PACKAGE.

•The 1.75"-thick platter is comprised of clear acrylic and incorporates an inverted bearing similar to that used in the HR-X. The bearing shaft is 60 Rockwell hardness, ground and polished, and the platter rotates on a Teflon thrust plate for ultra low noise.

•The solid steel motor assembly is almost 20 pounds and contains a low noise 300-RPM synchronous motor with Delrin motor pulley. This is a very low noise system as the fundamental resonance of the motor is at 5 Hertz. Well below the ability of a cartridge to pick it up.

•For improved stability and damping, the Aries' chassis is made from two-inch thick MDF with a 10-gauge steel plate bonded to its underside. Three layers of polished black polyester provide a durable, attractive finish. The plinth is supported by four aluminum tiptoes, the bottoms of which are composed of hardened steel balls. The Aries 2 tiptoes no longer incorporate the Neoprene rubber suspension previously used in the Aries. They are adjustable for leveling.

• The Aries 2 circular armboard is 1" thick aluminum and mates well sonically with the MDF chassis.

•Beautiful piano black finish


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THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:

•VPI SDS Speed Corrector
•HR-X Record Weight + Stainless Steel/Delrin Record Clamp
•JMW-12 Aluminum Armwand
•"On The Fly" VTA adjustability
•Original Clear Belt

** CARTRIDGE NOT INCLUDED **


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PLEASE NOTE:

There are a couple of cosmetic blemishes on the gloss plinth. Also there is a couple of small dings at the edge of the Periphery Ring but which DO NOT affect performance.

1. There is a crack on the plinth at rear left side to the left of the rear footer. In my view this is an easy repair and nothing that a good cabinet maker couldn't glue/ clamp, and polish. Option 2: simply ignore the crack and fill it in with black touch up paint. It will simply go way and thankfully it is in the back and not easily seen from the front.

2. There is a medium sized nick across the top edge of the plinth towards the middle of the deck. I filled it with a black marker and it is now nearly visible since the plinth is so shiny it kind of disappears.

3. The main plinth was polished and it looks fabulous otherwise.

4. The complete tonearm, base, and junction box was removed from the main plinth, tested and cleaned. It looks fantastic for its age.


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ADDITIONAL PROGRAM NOTES:

The Buyer is responsible for ALL shipping charges which need to include FULL INSURANCE. No exceptions!!!

I DO NOT have original main turntable nor SDS boxes except for the platter. Expect that this product will shipped in at least three separate boxes. There may be the need for a fourth box. This is TBD as I pack the unit for transit.

Includes:

•VPI SDS Speed Corrector
•HR-X Record Weight + Stainless Steel/Delrin Record Clamp
•JMW-12 Aluminum Armwand
•"On The Fly" VTA adjustability