HRX vs. Classic Series (3-4)

[FlexibleAudio]

Originally Posted by lem321

Thanks for that Matt. So, how did the Classic 4 match up with the HR-X? Was the HR-X using the standard belts or rim drive?

Really curious!

Any current views on this question????

[j3brow]

Originally Posted by FlexibleAudio

Any current views on this question????

Well, VPI's webpage listing for the Classic 4 says point blank that the 4 is Harry's favorite table that is not a direct drive table. That seems to say he prefers the 4 to the HRX .... Of course the 4 costs significantly less.

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[miner]

I still like the idea of a stand alone motor for the HR-X.

[jpgr4blu]

Me 2. Now have HRX rim drive and will try 3d arm shortly.

[tdh888]

Hi guys ,

Sorry to revive an old thread .I wish I can post a link from the VPI forum regarding this topic .Harry W. said the HR-X was a better turntable than the Classic 4 . I believe this topic was also discussed at the audio asylum. I was also contemplating in getting the Classic 4 but after Harry made this statement I decided to get the HR-X. Mine did not come w/ the 3D tonearm.

Tdh888

[joeling]

Good to know thanks.

Now how about the Avenger vs HRX ?

[tdh888]

Hi Joeling,

It's been discussed also in the VPI Forum and Harry said the Avenger was more versatile because one can mount 3 tonearm , it has a smaller footprint regarding sonics there's plus & minuses . One time Harry said they're equal , then he said the Avenger had a very slight advantage over the HR-X .
Regarding looks I like turntables w/ a wide footprint .

tdh888

[audioguy3107]

The avenger is a sweet looking table.......curious how it compares to thevClassic Signature/Classic 3.