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Offered is „VPI HW 16.5 Plattenwaschmaschine | Ausstellungsstück“ by VPI industries as exhibit from the category „Vinyl record cleaning machine“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 2878233123 ends on 08.12.2026 at 10:01 o'clock.
New pricing is around €820 from a European reference, so €999 used is not a bargain; it is clearly ambitious against the five comparable listings, where €467 is the median and €999 the 75th-percentile asking price. At this level, the machine needs to be exceptionally clean, complete, and demonstrably serviced to justify the premium.
The HW-16.5 remains a very good workhorse: its powerful vacuum, high-torque platter, manual control over fluid and brushing, and roughly 35-second cycle per side make it effective for serious record-care duties. Its enclosed design keeps mess manageable, while the stainless collection system and replaceable contacts are practical long-term advantages. Check that the vacuum is strong, the motor turns smoothly, the suction tube and brush are present, and the dust cover and cleaning accessories are included. Otherwise, negotiating closer to the market median would make more sense.
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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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