All-In-One High-End Entry-Level Turntable With Built-In Phono Stage & Headphone Amplifier
The VPI Player is an all-in-one high-end entry-level turntable designed to make premium vinyl playback simple and accessible. It combines a precision turntable, pre-mounted VPI Shirley cartridge, 9-inch gimbal/yoke-bearing tonearm, built-in phono stage and built-in headphone amplifier in a single ready-to-play system.
Designed and manufactured in the USA, the Player provides a straightforward path into high-quality analog playback without requiring a separate phono stage or headphone amplifier.
Key Features
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All-in-One Turntable System – Combines the turntable, phono stage and headphone amplifier into one integrated solution.
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VPI Shirley Cartridge – Supplied with a pre-mounted VPI Shirley cartridge for convenient setup and immediate playback.
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9-inch Gimbal Tonearm – Uses a gimbal/yoke bearing design with a 240.7 mm effective length and adjustable counterweight.
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11.5-inch Aluminium Platter – A substantial 7 lb aluminium platter provides a solid platform for record playback.
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Built-in Phono Stage – Allows the Player to connect directly to compatible line-level equipment without requiring a separate phono preamplifier.
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Built-in Headphone Amplifier – Enables personal listening directly from the turntable system.
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Ready to Play Out of the Box – Supplied as a complete integrated package for straightforward vinyl playback.
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Made in the USA – VPI manufactures its products in Cliffwood, New Jersey.
Designed For Simple Vinyl Playback
The VPI Player is designed for listeners who want to enjoy records without assembling a complex analog system. Its integrated phono stage and headphone amplifier reduce the number of additional components required, while the pre-mounted cartridge and included tonearm make the system straightforward to put into service.
This makes the Player suitable for dedicated listening rooms, living rooms, desktop systems and vinyl-focused setups where simplicity and performance are both important.
Precision Tonearm & Record Playback
The Player incorporates a 9-inch gimbal/yoke-bearing tonearm with an effective length of 240.7 mm, 223 mm pivot-to-spindle distance and 17.7 mm overhang. The tonearm also incorporates an adjustable counterweight and VTA-adjustable arm mount.
The tonearm is paired with the supplied VPI Shirley cartridge, creating a factory-configured playback system designed to get the listener playing records with minimal setup.
Solid Vinyl Wrapped Mdf Chassis
The Player uses a vinyl-wrapped MDF chassis with a 16 × 11-inch footprint. Its overall dimensions are approximately 19 × 14 × 6 inches, providing a relatively compact footprint for a full-size audiophile turntable.
The 11.5-inch, 7 lb aluminium platter provides a substantial rotating platform, while the belt-driven design is intended to provide stable record playback.
Built-In Phono Stage & Headphone Amplifier
One of the Player's defining characteristics is its integrated electronics.
The built-in phono stage allows the turntable to be integrated into a conventional audio system without requiring a separate phono preamplifier. The built-in headphone amplifier provides a direct option for private vinyl listening.
Together, these features make the Player particularly suitable for listeners looking for a complete analog system with fewer external components.
Features
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All-in-one high-end entry-level turntable.
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9-inch gimbal/yoke-bearing tonearm.
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Pre-mounted VPI Shirley cartridge.
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Built-in phono stage.
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Built-in headphone amplifier.
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11.5-inch, 7 lb aluminium platter.
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Vinyl-wrapped MDF chassis.
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Adjustable counterweight.
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Ready to play out of the box.
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Made in the USA.
Specifications
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Model: VPI Player
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Type: Belt-drive manual turntable
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Chassis: Vinyl-wrapped MDF
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Platter: 11.5-inch aluminium, 7 lb
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Tonearm: Player Tonearm
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Tonearm Bearing: Gimbal / Yoke
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Effective Tonearm Length: 240.7 mm
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Pivot-to-Spindle: 223 mm
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Overhang: 17.7 mm
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Offset Angle: 22.85°
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Effective Mass: 10.6 g
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Cartridge: VPI Shirley
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Motor: 300 RPM
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Motor Pulley Accuracy: ±0.0005"
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Wow & Flutter: 0.1%
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Average RMS Distortion: 0.36%
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Footprint: 16 × 11 inches
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Overall Dimensions: 19 × 14 × 6 inches
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Weight: 12.9 lb
Why Buy From Soundtrails
Choosing a turntable involves more than selecting a model. Cartridge matching, phono-stage configuration, tonearm setup, isolation and system integration can all influence the final listening experience.
At SoundTrails, our Audio Video Architects can help you select and integrate the right turntable, amplification, phono equipment and loudspeakers for your listening environment. From product selection and system design to professional installation and after-sales support, our focus is on creating a complete, properly matched audio system built around your music and listening preferences.
