I use my NOS VMS 20 MK 2 on my Grace 707 which is a low mass tonearm, The 20 seems to be fairly high compliance so it really takes well to this tonearm. The cantilever has a fair bit of movement (as is typical for this cartridge) so it tracks very well. At first I thought the suspension was bagged but after 6 months it has not changed or collapsed. I track at 1.5 and the sound is pure VMS ---that is to say great PRAT (timing) great soundstage and a touch of warmth. You will really enjoy the 30. Good luck !
NOS Ortofon VMS 30 MkII
I just bought a NOS/NIB Ortofon VMS 30 MkII (haven't received it yet). I'm wondering how these old Ortofon moving iron designs hold up against age (it's 20 years old!). I've read both positive and negative comments about NOS cartridges. It seems that some brands hold up better than others. Has anybody had NOS experiences with this model (or others from the VMS line)? Are the potential problems limited to the stylus part or is it likely that the rest of the cartridge will be affected too?