This hit at VPI seems very off topic and I'm not looking to start anything but just to respond and wrap it up...
Harry myself and my staff members BUY their own records. Most of the time we buy (for full price) at the local brick and mortar store, Vintage Vinyl, to support them and help keep record stores alive.
There are only so many ways to make a platter spin so yes, every turntable from every company is a re-invention of the past. The "Made in America" pride isn't a speill. We are proud to support our American workers and products.
Regarding the S2P concern, the argued tolerance would be +/- 1-2mm. However, after the feedback from forums (and viewers like you!) switched to a more precise custom built application/jig to ensure a tighter tolerance.
Also, @slaw you and everyone else are always welcome and invited to come over to the factory, meet the team, see our process, and even spin some records with us. Would love for all of us to get to know each-other better.
Harry myself and my staff members BUY their own records. Most of the time we buy (for full price) at the local brick and mortar store, Vintage Vinyl, to support them and help keep record stores alive.
There are only so many ways to make a platter spin so yes, every turntable from every company is a re-invention of the past. The "Made in America" pride isn't a speill. We are proud to support our American workers and products.
Regarding the S2P concern, the argued tolerance would be +/- 1-2mm. However, after the feedback from forums (and viewers like you!) switched to a more precise custom built application/jig to ensure a tighter tolerance.
Also, @slaw you and everyone else are always welcome and invited to come over to the factory, meet the team, see our process, and even spin some records with us. Would love for all of us to get to know each-other better.