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Vpi prime 21 Excellent condition Full original accessories Latest Gimbal arm model Approx 3 years old Black No cartridge included
Compared with the obvious alternative of buying a newer mid-priced deck, this is a strong used-market proposition. At £3,450, it sits above the two-listing median of £3,182 and just above the 75th percentile of £3,372, so the price is slightly ambitious rather than a bargain. “Excellent” condition helps, but a little negotiation would make it much more compelling.
The Prime 21 earns its reputation through formidable build quality, a heavy damped platter, excellent isolation, stable belt-drive performance and the very capable 3D-printed gimbal arm, which is notably easier to set up than older VPI unipivots. It offers a big, grounded presentation with strong drive and bass authority, plus useful adjustment and upgrade scope. At this money, confirm the arm, clamp, motor, original packaging and accessories are all included; with a complete, clean example, it remains a serious buy around £3,200–£3,350.
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VPI Industries, founded in 1978 by Harry and Sheila Weisfeld in Cliffwood, New Jersey, emerged from a lifelong audiophile's basement workshop as a quintessential American family enterprise. What began with simple record weights and turntable isolation bases quickly evolved into a benchmark for analog precision, driven by Harry's relentless experimentation and Sheila's steadfast support. By 1981, the HW-16 record cleaning machine marked their first enduring hit, cementing VPI's heritage in the vinyl revival long before it became mainstream.
The brand specializes in high-end turntables, tonearms, phonograph accessories, and record cleaning systems, with iconic models like the TNT, Aries, Scout series, and the Classic 30th Anniversary edition showcasing uncompromising engineering. VPI prioritizes mechanical innovation—unibody designs, advanced platters, and air-bearing arms—over diversification into amplifiers, speakers, DACs, or headphones, maintaining a laser focus on the analog front-end.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, VPI commands respect among discerning audiophiles for delivering reference-grade performance at accessible price points relative to rivals. Now led by Harry's son Mat Weisfeld, the company thrives on its reputation for bulletproof reliability, world-class soundstaging, and U.S.-made craftsmanship, making it a cornerstone choice for serious vinyl enthusiasts seeking timeless excellence.
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