You know I'm going to say Audio Technica AT33PTG! Also Dynavector DV-20X, Ortofon Rondo Bronze. You'll need a SUT to go with any of these.Originally Posted by chris@panteg
I can't see it very well but Firebird? Oh yes, that would indeed sound good.Martin ' i wonder how this would sound with your Dv507
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Great report Martin sounds like the arm worked a treat
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Hi Martin,
Well done - I'm glad it's worked out really well for you. I admire people taking a risk on something they've always wanted!
*But*, when are we getting your more up-to-date findings, after the preliminary ones?
When you get a chance, I'd like to know what your in-depth thoughts are on the Dynavector, once you familiarise yourself with it more, and in your view, how it compares to the other tonearms you've used so far, particularly the SME IV
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Bloody cheek! I know what you mean, though. Every time I walk back into the room and look at it I think "bloody hell"! It does look good and watching it track across the record and cope with warps is fascinating. Like watching a giant crane follow a footpath.
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When I've finished listening to my entire collection! Honestly, I can't pull myself away from it at the moment but don't worry I'll get writing soon. I'm also trying to finish the PSU in spare moments. More soon.*But*, when are we getting your more up-to-date findings, after the preliminary ones?
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Martin ' yes it is the Firebird ' wonderful recording .
I do fancy an AT cartridge its going to be between the 33ptg and the latest oc9 ' though i would love an IO ' but s/h is my only option here and a retip by ESC , so that's a maybe .
The IO also needs an SUT to shine though ' where as the OC9 would be perfect into my Diablo at 100 ohm .
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