Micro Benz S Class cartridges

Stringreen,

I'm enjoying the Benz LP. Thanks for the recommendation. I haven't even gotten it broken in yet let alone coming across this magical VTF but it does float an impressive soundstage already. I don't know if the S-class improves significantly on this but I can wait 2000 playing hours or so to find out.

I don't live in Arizona(West Des Moines, Iowa) but I do use the 10.5i. I bought a spare arm wand when I got the Benz LP so I could keep my 90x mounted and aligned. So far though, I haven't felt the desire to take the Benz off. As it breaks in, I'm sure it will get even better. I'm also going to try aligning with the MintLP best tractor soon. It's nice to know that the S upgrade is available but I think I can hold off on that until I'm close to needing a retip. If you decide to take the plunge, be sure to post your findings. You may change my mind.

My main reason, other than the recommendations of others, for trying the MintLP tractor is that my VPI jig never seems to lay flat on the platter. I'm thinking the glass tractor should lay flat and I'll trust my results more. It should also be easier to visualize alignment with the mirrored surface. I have nothing against VPI's method at all. I just don't trust my particular jig. Sorry Ebush. I didn't mean to turn your thread into another tractor dicussion. I will report on the results of this alignment method with the Benz LP.