{"product_id":"vpi-scout-21-vinyl-turntable","title":"VPI Scout 21 Vinyl Turntable","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eHigh-Performance Belt-Drive Turntable With Jmw-9 Uni-Pivot Tonearm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe VPI Scout 21 is the current evolution of VPI's Scout platform, combining a substantial machined-aluminium platter, isolated 300 RPM motor housing, improved isolation feet and VPI's JMW-9 uni-pivot tonearm. It is designed as a serious high-end analogue playback platform with a straightforward mechanical architecture and a clear upgrade path.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe Scout 21 uses a vinyl-wrapped MDF and steel chassis and an 11.5-inch, 10.5 lb aluminium platter. Its JMW-9 tonearm provides adjustable counterweight, azimuth side weights and VTA adjustment, allowing the turntable to be carefully configured for the cartridge being used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eJMW-9 Uni-Pivot Tonearm – VPI's 9-inch uni-pivot design with adjustable counterweight, azimuth side weights and VTA adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e11.5-inch Aluminium Platter – A substantial 10.5 lb platter provides a stable rotating platform for vinyl playback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e300 RPM Motor – The Scout 21 incorporates a 300 RPM motor housing derived from VPI's later-generation designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eImproved Isolation Feet – Updated feet provide improved mechanical isolation for the turntable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eScrew-Down Delrin Clamp – Secures the record to the platter and helps accommodate slightly warped records.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eRigid MDF \u0026amp; Steel Chassis – Combines a vinyl-wrapped MDF chassis with a steel structure for a solid mechanical foundation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eUpgradeable Platform – VPI offers several upgrade options for the platter, tonearm, drive system, centre weight and VTA adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eMade in the USA – The Scout 21 is manufactured by VPI in the United States.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eEvolution Of The Scout Platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe Scout 21 takes design cues from VPI's Prime Scout while continuing the company's established Scout philosophy. VPI specifically identifies the improved 300 RPM motor housing and improved isolation feet as developments over its predecessor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe result is a substantial analogue platform focused on stable platter rotation, mechanical isolation and precise tonearm adjustment rather than unnecessary complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003ePrecision Jmw-9 Uni-Pivot Tonearm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe supplied JMW-9 tonearm uses a uni-pivot bearing design with a 223 mm pivot-to-spindle distance and 240.7 mm effective length. VPI specifies an effective mass of 10.2 g, 17.7 mm overhang and a 22.85-degree offset angle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe arm includes an adjustable drop counterweight, azimuth side weights and VTA adjustment, allowing cartridge alignment and tracking geometry to be carefully optimised.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSolid Aluminium Platter \u0026amp; Belt Drive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe Scout 21 employs an 11.5-inch, 10.5 lb aluminium platter driven by a 300 RPM motor. VPI specifies motor-pulley accuracy of ±0.0005 inch, wow and flutter of 0.08%, speed accuracy of 0.08% and rumble of 78 dB down.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe combination of platter mass, belt drive, isolated motor housing and rigid chassis provides the mechanical foundation for precise analogue playback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eUpgradeable Analogue Platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe Scout 21 is designed to remain useful as an analogue system develops. VPI lists upgrade options including the Prime Platter, JMW-9-3D Tonearm, Analog Drive System (ADS), Signature Center Weight and VTA On the Fly Arm Base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThese options allow owners to progressively refine the turntable rather than replacing the complete platform when upgrading other parts of the system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eJMW-9 Uni-Pivot Tonearm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e11.5-inch aluminium platter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e10.5 lb platter weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e300 RPM motor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eImproved motor housing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eImproved isolation feet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eScrew-down Delrin record clamp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAdjustable counterweight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAzimuth side-weight adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eVTA adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eLemo tonearm connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eVinyl-wrapped MDF and steel chassis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eUpgradeable design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eMade in the USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eModel: VPI Scout 21\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eDrive System: Belt Drive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eChassis: Vinyl Wrapped MDF and Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003ePlatter: 11.5-inch Aluminium, 10.5 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eTonearm: JMW-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eTonearm Bearing: Uni-Pivot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eInternal Tonearm Wire: VPI Copper Weave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003ePivot-to-Spindle: 223 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eEffective Tonearm Length: 240.7 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eEffective Mass: 10.2 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOverhang: 17.7 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOffset Angle: 22.85°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eMotor: 300 RPM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eMotor Pulley Accuracy: ±0.0005 inch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eWow \u0026amp; Flutter: 0.08%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eSpeed Accuracy: 0.08%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eRumble: 78 dB down\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eFootprint: 18.5 × 14.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOverall Dimensions: 19 × 15 × 8.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eTotal Weight: 32 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eWhy Buy From Soundtrails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eA high-performance turntable is only one part of a complete analogue system. Cartridge selection, tonearm setup, phono-stage matching, isolation and amplifier and loudspeaker integration all influence the final listening experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAt SoundTrails, our Audio Video Architects can help you build a complete vinyl playback system around the VPI Scout 21, from cartridge and phono-stage selection through system matching, installation and setup. The objective is to ensure that the turntable is properly integrated into the wider system and configured for reliable long-term performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SoundTrails","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54699114692881,"sku":null,"price":510000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/0208\/1041\/files\/vpi-scout-21-vinyl-turntable-theaudioco-152_672x473_12538490-dcd6-4b5b-a68f-a6a1d566c698.webp?v=1789808956","url":"https:\/\/soundtrails.in\/products\/vpi-scout-21-vinyl-turntable","provider":"SoundTrails","version":"1.0","type":"link"}