Basis Audio Debut Gold Standard Turntable With Vacuum Platter – [SOLD]

Description

Basis Audio Debut Gold Standard, Basis Vacuum Platter System, Graham Phantom B-44 Arm, and Walker Precision Motor Controller.

**No Cartridge Included**

All original packaging for table, arm, and vacuum system, included with sale, along with all tools and manuals as received when new. The packaging was stored in a basement and isn’t in very good condition, so not suitable for shipping – hence, local VA sale at this time.

I bought the Graham Phantom arm recently to replace the Graham 2.2 and the Phantom is a big step up.

Arm includes full installation kit.

Minimal signs of use– I would rate this entire package a solid 9/10, but considering its age and the fact that I’m the second owner, perhaps an 8. The table presents beautifully, as do the arm and speed controller. The Walker speed controller comes with the 3 heavy brass footers attached to the unit and also 3 heavy brass support discs to protect your rack. The 3 support discs show signs of wear – obviously from the brass spikes. I don’t use the discs.

The vacuum pump became a little noisy, rather than following the procedure for stripping down and cleaning the pump I purchased a brand-new pump. It is the exact make/model as the original, and the original pump is included with the sale.

Everything is in beautiful condition and works perfectly.

This table sounds fantastic. It replaced a Dr. Feickert Woodpecker with Kuzma 12 VTA and was a big improvement on that rig.

Historic pricing on the table is difficult to find since previously sold listings tend to be of a different spec. (arm, no arm. Vacuum system – no vacuum system, condition, packaging, etc.)

I’m asking $11,500 for a local cash sale. I’m willing to drive a distance to meet the new owner but would need to receive full payment upfront. I’m not willing to break this apart at this time and will ignore questions like “will you just sell the arm” etc.

This is an endgame table. It is still supported by Basis Audio and Graham Engineering. I’m moving on to something different. Not in any hurry to sell.