I'm skeptical when I hear a cartridge is aligned perfectly in all parameters. I read this post as azimuth parallel to the record, mid VTF, VTA is admittedly off and, since no break-in is mentioned, a used - maybe very used - lower end cart. The main bearing could have a flat spot increasing the noise floor. On top of that VPI regularly sends out a table with the P2S way off, meaning the supplied jig will produce improper overhang. The quality of the integral phono pre is suspect too.
Yes, digital is much easier and takes less devotion. You're in the trenches with analog.
Yes, digital is much easier and takes less devotion. You're in the trenches with analog.