On 11/06/2012, Daniel Roth wrote:

> Greetings ARSCLIST,
> 
> I'm caught in a product mis-information/vague representation issue
> involving the purchase of the VPI turntable stand (product link here:
> https://id18536.securedata.net/audiomax-ltd.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?products_id=219).
> 
> Apparently the stand is comprised of three separate pieces. However,
> no vendor website makes that explicitly clear. The result: I ordered
> two stands and have no top plates on which to set my Rondine 3
> turntables, and no tungsten balls with which to isolate said top
> plate. I'm now looking at spending an additional $800 above the
> original $600 spent on the stand bottom. Challenge: See if you can
> locate any wording in the above link that states there are two (2)
> additional pieces to purchase if you want this item functional.
> 
> Any recommendations on a functional turntable stand and a retailer who
> can be clear about advertising what is needed to make a complete unit
> would be greatly appreciated.
> 
> Additionally, what amount should be invested in a turntable stand? It
> is understood that the sky can be the limit, however, I'm seeking
> real-world input.
> 
I have always used a heavy board on a softly inflated tyre inner tube. 

One could replace the board with a box, the sides not touching the
ground, to hide the tube.

Regards
-- 
Don Cox
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