VPI CLASSIC SIGNATURE

The VPI Classic Signature represents the pinnacle of technical and stylistic evolution within the renowned Classic line—a tribute to the great turntables of the past, reimagined through cutting-edge technology. The result of Harry Weisfeld’s vision, this model embodies the highest expression of VPI engineering, earning enthusiastic praise from international critics and becoming the best-selling large-format turntable in the history of the American brand.

Every detail of the Classic Signature is designed to ensure uncompromising sonic performance. Its base is made from a high-density laminated structure: a 2.5-inch-thick MDF block combined with a 1/8" steel sub-plate and a ½" machined aluminum plinth, all firmly bonded together using silicone and long through bolts. This results in a massive, unified structure that is completely free of unwanted resonance.

The platter, crafted from 6061 aluminum and stainless steel, weighs approximately 9 kg and spins on a precision inverted bearing with eccentricity tolerances under one-thousandth of an inch across the full circumference. The central spindle is made with high-precision shafting from Thompson Engineering and features a hardened and polished steel ball that rests on a PEEK thrust disc, while lateral forces are absorbed by graphite-lubricated composite bronze bushings. The 300 RPM, 24-pole AC synchronous motor is designed to deliver high torque with minimal noise and drives the platter via a belt that runs through the center of the bearing assembly—eliminating wobble effects and ensuring absolute quietness.

The entire system—motor, platter, and tonearm—is rigidly integrated, eliminating any relative motion that could compromise speed stability. The result is smooth playback, free from wow and flutter, with low-level detail retrieval comparable to master tape and feedback resistance strong enough to allow placement near powerful subwoofers without any sonic interference.

Technical Specifications:

• Turntable comes pre-mounted with 10" 3D Gimbal tonearm
• Belt-drive system for smooth and quiet rotation
• Aluminum platter, 5 cm thick and weighing 10 kg, for optimal stability
• Integrated tower for precise VTA and SRA adjustment
• Chassis made from MDF with a 2 cm thick steel top layer
• Total turntable weight: approximately 15 kg
• 300 RPM motor integrated into the base
• Includes De Luxe Delrin clamp for improved record coupling
• Four-point suspension system for effective vibration isolation
• Selectable speeds: 33 and 45 RPM
• Overall dimensions: 54 cm (W) x 40 cm (D) x 25 cm (H)