Item Details
- Manufactured in 2015
- This item is in excellent condition (9/10)
- Unfortunately we do not have the original packaging but will make sure the item is packed safely before we send it out.
- The original retail price was £5,000
| Category |
Details |
| Model |
VPI Super Scoutmaster (Signature upgrades) |
| Drive System |
Dual HR-X motor with heavy flywheel driven via SDS power supply |
| Platter |
12" acrylic (clear or black) with inverted bearing |
| Warp Control |
Integrated periphery ring clamp plus center weight |
| Chassis |
Dual-layer, vinyl-wrapped MDF with steel core (non-resonant) |
| Tonearm |
JMW-9 Signature unipivot arm (JMW-10 upgrade possible) |
| Bearing |
Teflon-based inverted thrust bearing |
| Speed Control |
SDS power supply ensures precise RPM |
| Feet |
Machined aluminum isolation cones (Aries-style) |
| Speed Options |
33⅓ and 45 RPM standard (78 RPM optional) |
| Weight |
~101 lbs (shipping weight as per LP Gear listing) |
| Dimensions |
Approx. 22" W × 14" D × 9" H (Signature spec) |
Resources & Reviews
Manufacturer’s homepage: VPI Industries
Harry Pearson’s The Absolute Sound editorial in 2005 hailed the Super Scoutmaster as the “third generation” of the Scout series, declaring it “borders on greatness” and commending its value as a long-term investment for the analog enthusiast.
According to Vinyl Engine, the Super Scoutmaster employs the HR-X system, combining a massive flywheel and dual motor drive with the SDS power supply for extraordinarily smooth platter rotation, while the periphery ring clamp eliminates warp-induced speed variations.
An LP Gear product listing highlights that this model offers “World-class excellence,” featuring a 1.75-inch, 12.25-inch acrylic platter, dual motor setup, HR-X ring and center clamps, self-lubricating inverted bearing, and a heavy-duty chassis—all upgrades over the base Scoutmaster.
Meanwhile, a forum contributor on Audiogon praised its “set-and-almost-forget” design, requiring only occasional VTA tweaks but otherwise delivering stable, maintenance-free performance—even after years of use.
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