I own a Fat Bob S and have owned VPIs. IMO, the Fat Bob is better in every way, especially when it comes to ease of setup, tracking ability and quiet playback, with a black background. Imaging and musicalty are far greater also. No contest. I am using mine with an SME arm, Benz Ruby 3 cartridge and Einstein phono stage, playing through Parsifal Ovations. I do not have time to be more specific, but this system is startling good. I have demoed for friends who usually show no interest and they end up taking a seat and sitting there in awe. Good luck.
Transrotor Fat Bob S vs. VPI Aries 3
I'm in the process of upgrading my analog front end. I've pretty well narrowed my short list to Transrotor Fat Bob S with an Origin Live Encounter arm and VPI Aries 3 with a JMW 10.5i arm, SDS, and periphery ring. Any opinions on how these rigs stack up? Unfortunately, I'm not in a position to audition either one.
I listen to many different kinds of music, from small ensemble chamber music to speed metal.
Thanks in advance.
I listen to many different kinds of music, from small ensemble chamber music to speed metal.
Thanks in advance.