Vpi Model One Turntable with 10" S-Shaped Tonearm Pre-Assembled

VPI has announced the Model One turntable, the first in the new Forever Series.

It is so named in reference to its modularity, which allows the turntable to be updated by changing/replacing components. This will allow it to be upgraded to a Model Two or Three when the new models are actually available. Another advantage is the serviceability, interesting for the compatibility with multiple models, therefore virtually indestructible.

The motor and platter modules are mounted on a thick aluminum plate, with the edges embedded in a layer of damping elastomer to reduce vibrations and make the sound clearer. Both modules can be easily replaced, adjusted and repaired.

VPI Model One also benefits from a new three-point floating suspension, which isolates the subchassis from vibrations, both internal and external, while also minimizing the small amount of noise introduced by the motor.

The Model One's new VPI S-Tonearm Module features a 10" S-shaped tonearm machined from solid aluminum to protect the tonearm tube from unwanted resonances. The tonearm base includes VTA adjustment, while azimuth adjustment is accessible from the EJA-mount headshell.

The gimbal joint uses ABEC 5 ball bearings, which provide ultra-low friction, extending their life and helping to eliminate vibration.

Finally, the internal wiring uses high-purity (99.9999%) copper wire that connects the headshell directly to the RCA output terminals.

The belt that transmits motion to the platter is paired with a motor that operates at 500 rpm, also equipped with a 33/45 dual-speed Delrin pulley for precise control.

The platter is paired with an inverted bearing that minimizes friction. contact surface, thus reducing friction and making the movement smoother. The aesthetics maintain the distinctive features of the house, characterized by the classic black ash veneer.

The turntable includes a transparent dust cover to protect the platter.

Key Features

Fully modular design

New motor and platter drive module

500 RPM belt-driven motor with two-speed idler for precise speed control

New 10” S-shaped solid aluminum tonearm with ABEC5 bearings

Azimuth and VTA adjustment

5cm thick, 30cm diameter platter with an inverted bearing that minimizes the contact surface

Three-point floating suspension, which isolates the sub chassis from vibrations

Technical Features

Chassis: Wooden frame with aluminum top plate

Platter: 30cm diameter aluminum platter weighing 9Kg

Motor: 500 RPM

Motor pulley accuracy: +/- .0005"

Wow & Flutter: .05%

Speed accuracy: .05%

Rumble: less than 80dB

Tonearm: 10” S-shaped, statically balanced

Effective length: 255mm

Mounting distance: 240mm

Effective mass: 10.4g

Overhang: 15mm

Weight Head weight: 5 to 15g

Height adjustment: 40 to 65mm

Anti-skating: Yes

Headshell: Solid aluminum

Offset angle: 21 degrees

Internal wiring: 69 VPI high-purity copper wire (99.9999%)

Dimensions (LxW): 49.5x35cm

Weight: 18Kg