That is a wonderful table Glenn. Which arm did you choose. FYI, you can still order an Aries 3 which many consider a smaller footprint TNT.

Thanks. I've had a few discussions with VPI recently (which is just up the road from me) and did not come to a satisfactory result, so ordered the Stabi S, which has always intrigued me.

The Stabi S, using an SME armboard, will fit my new Sorane 1.2 arm and Ortofon SPU with elliptical stylus. Also have a Denon 103R (among other cartridges). Both the SPU & 103R are supposed to work well with a 'heavy' arm, which the Sorane is. Another nice thing about the Stabi S is one can add a 2nd arm at any time with either the D9 or D12 adapter. Hopefully, a fun ride for the next several years.

https://www.audioaficionado.org/atta...1&d=1697587648

My slightly modded Aries 3 with Fatboy tonearm

Nice setup!

Kevin… very nicely done! :ok:

https://www.audioaficionado.org/atta...1&d=1697646348

Indeed. The VPI to have. Looks great.

Beautiful VPI!

With your guidance and suggestions Ivan

Great setup, must sound awesome!

With the HRS platform and addition of the Stillpoints the table is ultra quiet. I had a horrible feedback at higher volume and with Ivan’s suggestions it is now nonexistent. The weak link on VPI tables are their feet. I tried symposium inserts, HW40 feet, etc.