VPI Prime 21 Turntable

Company & Product Overview

Harry and Sheila Weisfeld founded VPI Industries the same year Audio Advice opened its doors in 1978 -- and we were one of the very first VPI dealers in the country. Today, VPI still makes all of their products in their northern New Jersey factory, using all local employees and sourcing all materials from local businesses. Over the years, they have become one of the most successful high-end audio brands in the United States, specializing in products that are known not only for their performance but for their great value.

The VPI Prime is a perfect example of the outstanding price/performance ratio of their products. The Weisfeld’s son, Matt, studied 3D design before joining the company and the Prime is his first turntable designed under Harry’s supervision. While its $4,000 price tag is hefty, its features are bountiful and include a 3D printed tonearm.

Packaging, Design & Build Quality

While the Prime’s packaging isn’t fancy, the cardboard box filled with custom foam cutouts does the job of containing all 54 pounds worth