With SUTs, it is the loading of the transformer to prevent ringing and also to allow it to express its turns ratio that is important.
If loaded with a value too low, the highs will be rolled off. If loaded with too high a value, there will be ringing, which is say distortion, most audible as being bright and in your face.
Low output cartridges by themselves are insensitive to loading. Its the SUT and and also the preamp where the loading becomes critical.
If loaded with a value too low, the highs will be rolled off. If loaded with too high a value, there will be ringing, which is say distortion, most audible as being bright and in your face.
Low output cartridges by themselves are insensitive to loading. Its the SUT and and also the preamp where the loading becomes critical.