I too decided to move on from a Benz LPS (a very fine cartridge). I was mulling over the top Lyras, Koetsu, et al. I was speaking to Harry Weisfield about that and he suggested an Ortofon Windfield. The price was well below those top notchers, but the performance is right up with them. It tracks at least as well the Benz...its tonality is a tiny bit cooler, but I though the Benz a bit warm. The dynamics are even a bit better, the depth, air...all the good stuff is there. I tried many, many loadings but 1000 ohms really does the trick in my system. It takes a LONG time to break in, and to get the best from it, be careful with the setup....you'll love it...guranteed
Moving on from Benz LP
Hi Guys,
I currently have a Benz LP. I'm happy enough with its performance but it has a lot of hours on the clock. Given its age, I was thinking about either re-tipping or changing it.
Any thoughts on how it would compare to the current crop of new carts at a similar or lesser price point?
I currently have a Benz LP. I'm happy enough with its performance but it has a lot of hours on the clock. Given its age, I was thinking about either re-tipping or changing it.
Any thoughts on how it would compare to the current crop of new carts at a similar or lesser price point?