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nalthien 07-29-2018 12:16 PM

Prime vs. Prime Scout?
 
Has anyone had an opportunity to compare the Prime and the Prime Scout? I'm currently in the market for a new turntable and I'm wondering if the advantages to the prime are worth the extra price. My understanding is that the motors are identical and both the tone arm and platter on the Prime Scout can be updated to the models used on the Prime. At that point, is it only the plinth that remains different?

I'm coming from a VPI Traveler so either of these is going to be a solid upgrade for me. I like the idea of going all in for the Prime; but, the clear upgrade path from the Prime Scout gives me some nice, lower cost options to cure the upgrade itch in the future.

Since I'm sure it's going to be asked: phono stage will be the stage in a McIntosh C1100 (that should arrive here in a week!). Power amp is an MC452 and the speakers are TBD pending my shopping (Sonus Faber and Revel are the top two brands I'm exploring right now).

nc42acc 07-29-2018 01:11 PM

Your getting a much better tonearm with the Prime. Just my 2 cents.

nalthien 07-29-2018 04:24 PM

I have no doubt that you're right; but, I know that the Prime Scout can be updated to the same JMW-10 arm on the Prime.

nc42acc 07-29-2018 04:50 PM

The Prime will be a bigger sonic jump from your traveler. Otherwise it is more of a lateral move. Great luck with your decision.

alkizz 07-30-2018 10:30 AM

I went with the Prime Signature because I needed the extra weight to combat some feedback issues I had with lighter turntables. Something to consider perhaps...

dolsey01 07-30-2018 11:16 AM

The 3D printed arm is where it's at. IMHO, just sounds better than the metal arms. Most VPI owners would agree. Not all, but most.

nalthien 08-02-2018 04:23 PM

Decision made: I went with a Prime. Thanks to those who chimed in here and through PM! Very happy to have placed my order through Ivan today. :)

Masterlu 08-02-2018 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nalthien (Post 925539)
Decision made: I went with a Prime. Thanks to those who chimed in here and through PM! Very happy to have placed my order through Ivan today. :)

Done ✅

:thankyouspin:

nc42acc 08-02-2018 06:36 PM

Congratulations on the new Prime. Ivan is the best! Have you decided on a cartridge yet?

alkizz 08-03-2018 05:01 AM

great choice!


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