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Tonearm mounting differences Graham vs.Tri-Planar.

I would appreciate for explaining mounting differences Graham vs. Tri-Planar.
Is the high is the same for both?

In other words if I can place them on the same arm board (plinth) and only mounting holes drilling pattern would be different, the high would be the same, not requiring any high adapters, transition panels?
rokokono

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dougdeacon
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Rokokono,

The same height mounting board will work for both arms. I've seen it done on more than one table.

The hole drilling patterns are quite different however, as are the mounting distances from the TT spindle. My suggestion would be to have a board dedicated to each arm.
dougdeacon
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One of the best? At its price point I'd say yes.

Syntax has compared Tri-P vs. Graham Phantom using a UNIverse. I believe he prefers the Phantom with that cartridge. That's a bit costlier though, as you have to buy a tonearm cable.

Schroeder arms are also good with Airy 3. Softer bass than a Tri-P but quiet and with a low sound floor, which helps the Airy 3. It's a lively cartridge and likes a quiet arm.

The Durand Talea is the best tonearm I've personally heard (with ZYX UNIverse or Ortofon A-90). I've no doubt it would be exceptional with an Airy 3 also, it's the quietest tonearm I've never heard but sacrifices nothing in terms of solidity. Quite a bit costlier than Tri-P however.
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