VPI Avenger Plus Turntable at Vinyl Sound Buffalo NY USA

The Avenger Plus is VPI Industries' (Cliffwood, New Jersey, USA) mid-tier reference belt-drive turntable within the Avenger Series, available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY USA. Sitting between the Avenger and the Avenger Reference, the Avenger Plus adds three stainless steel corner posts for expanded tonearm capacity, the full Analog Drive System (ADS) for precision motor speed control, and a Periphery Ring Clamp for record warp management, all built around a three-layer acrylic/aluminum/acrylic bonded chassis. The 20-lb 6061 aluminum platter is machined to +/- 0.001-inch accuracy in a 39-inch circumference, the JMW 12-3DR with Nordost Reference wire is standard, and total weight is 77 lbs with overall dimensions of 27" x 23" x 13".

Three-Post Architecture and Multi-Arm Flexibility

A defining upgrade of the Avenger Plus over the base Avenger is the inclusion of three stainless steel corner posts. These posts serve three simultaneous functions: providing isolation anchoring for the chassis, mounting positions for up to three tonearms of any make or length, and mechanical grounding paths that drain vibration energy from the arm into the chassis structure. This multi-arm architecture reflects VPI's reference turntable philosophy that tonearm selection is a personal and system-dependent decision, allowing the Avenger Plus owner to run multiple cartridges or compare arm designs without additional chassis modifications.

Inverted Bearing and ADS Motor Drive

The Avenger Plus uses the same inverted bearing system found across the Avenger line, with a hardened stainless steel shaft, 60-Rockwell chrome-hardened ball, phosphor bronze bushing, and PEEK thrust disc. Belt side-load is engineered to act at the center of the spinning bearing, eliminating teeter-totter micro-motion that can introduce resonance into the platter. The Analog Drive System (ADS) pairs an outboard analog motor controller with the 300 RPM, 24-pole AC synchronous Rim Drive Motor assembly, providing fine-grained speed adjustment and the highest practical rotational accuracy for belt-drive operation. Motor pulley is machined to +/- 0.0005-inch tolerance ex-factory.

Key Features

• Three Stainless Steel Corner Posts: Simultaneously provide isolation anchoring, tonearm mounting for up to three arms, and mechanical grounding for chassis vibration drainage.
• 20-lb 6061 Aluminum Platter: Precision-machined platter with +/- 0.001-inch accuracy in a 39-inch circumference for excellent rotational inertia and dimensional consistency.
• Acrylic/Aluminum/Acrylic Bonded Chassis: Three-layer sandwich construction with damping material between layers for broadband chassis resonance control.
• Inverted Bearing with PEEK Thrust Disc: Hardened stainless steel shaft, 60-Rockwell chrome ball, phosphor bronze bushing, belt side-load centered on bearing for zero teeter-totter effect.
• JMW 12-3DR with Nordost Reference Wire: Reference 12-inch 3D-printed gimbal tonearm wired internally with Nordost Reference cable.
• Analog Drive System (ADS): Outboard analog motor controller providing maximum speed accuracy and fine-adjustment capability for 33 and 45 RPM operation.
• Periphery Ring Clamp: Full-sized periphery ring for record warp correction and improved groove contact across the entire playing surface.
• 300 RPM 24-Pole AC Synchronous Motor: Machined aluminum Rim Drive Motor assembly delivering high torque and quiet operation with +/- 0.0005-inch pulley accuracy.
• Made in the USA: Designed and manufactured by VPI Industries in Cliffwood, New Jersey.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the VPI Avenger Plus turntable?

The VPI Avenger Plus is a reference belt-drive turntable from VPI Industries (Cliffwood, New Jersey, USA), positioned between the Avenger and Avenger Reference in the Avenger Series. It features a three-layer acrylic/aluminum/acrylic chassis, a 20-lb 6061 aluminum platter, the JMW 12-3DR tonearm with Nordost Reference wire, the Analog Drive System, and three stainless steel corner posts for up to three simultaneous tonearms. Total weight is 77 lbs with wow and flutter of 0.03%.

How does the VPI Avenger Plus differ from the base VPI Avenger?

The Avenger Plus adds three key elements over the base Avenger. First, the three stainless steel corner posts replace the standard mounting, enabling multi-arm installation and providing additional mechanical grounding. Second, the Analog Drive System (ADS) motor controller is included, whereas the base Avenger uses the standard 300 RPM synchronous motor without dedicated ADS electronics. Third, the Periphery Ring Clamp is included as standard rather than as an optional upgrade. The platter weight (20 lbs), chassis construction, and bearing architecture are shared across both the Avenger and Avenger Plus.

What is the Analog Drive System (ADS) and what does it do?

VPI's Analog Drive System is an outboard motor controller that uses analog circuitry to generate a precisely regulated AC signal for the turntable motor. By controlling the frequency and voltage of the AC delivered to the motor with greater precision than raw mains power provides, the ADS reduces speed variation and allows fine-tuned adjustment of both 33 and 45 RPM operating speeds. The result is improved pitch stability, reduced wow and flutter, and the ability to fine-tune speed to exactly 33.33 or 45.00 RPM rather than relying on the nominal accuracy of the mains frequency.

Can I add a third tonearm to the VPI Avenger Plus?

Yes. The three stainless steel corner posts on the Avenger Plus are specifically designed to accommodate up to three tonearms simultaneously. Additional tonearm boards are available through VPI and authorized dealers including Vinyl Sound Buffalo, enabling a multi-arm configuration with different cartridges for different musical material or stylus profiles.

Where can I buy the VPI Avenger Plus in Buffalo, NY or the USA?

The VPI Avenger Plus is available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY USA. Vinyl Sound is an authorized VPI dealer with access to the complete Avenger Series and all associated VPI upgrade options. Contact Vinyl Sound Buffalo directly for configuration details, tonearm options, and current availability.