VPI new Super Feet for Scout/Scoutmaster/Aries

I have a SuperScoutMaster player and have been using a Cloud 11 under it for almost 18 months on the top of a Polycrystal rack. The opportunity came up to get a pair of the new feet from VPI and I got a set and put them on the system. I have to say that the impact was NOT subtle at all - better focus, image stability, tighter bass, and improved microdynamics were all improved. This is with a Benz Silver Ref2 Cartridge and using the VPI outer ring clamp and the HRS ADL center weight in a very revealing system. For my money- this was an upgrade that was well worth the cost in terms of sonic benefits.

Jamn - I have used the Herbies Audio "Way Excellent turntable Mat" in the past, but it makes centering the VPI outer ring clamp a PIA, so I stopped using the mat. I have an oversized Cloud 11 (with 6 balls) and isolate the HRX Motor assemble even further by using DH (Lab) Squares underneath it. This also helps by raising up the motor assembly higher which means the belt is more towards the upper middle of the platter than the lower portion of the platter ( at least on mine). Keep in mind that the SuperScoutMaster I have was a VERY early version, so the (belt) height issue I am talking about might not be true for newer versions. Maybe the reason I felt the new feet made such a big difference has something to do with the stock cone feet on MY particular unit ??