@bkeske How's the 850?
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@noromance @bkeske How's the 850? Fantastic. Easy to deal with, adjust, etc. I just don’t have anything I can directly compare it to, so it’s tough to say it’s better or worse than another, but in total, I would say it was a good choice. That’s why I was counting on you and others to point me in the right direction. Although, fooling with some VTA adjustments tonight, I do wish it had ‘on the fly’ adjustment. But, USA HIFI has the Easy VTA device for $200, which is very tempting. I would have to get some bushings to raise it though, as it wouldn’t clear and be free of the plinth without. Important with the SOTA, but doable. |
Here you go. I’ve used them and they are well made. https://ammonite-audio.co.uk/product-category/analogue/jelco-collars-spacers/ |
@spiritofradio It looks like someone has bought that ZYX cartridge. Did you pull the trigger? I was looking at it, but I couldn't find much information other than the glowing review that Echo linked to. I read a few comments about concerns with the carbon fiber cantilever possibly being fragile and also concerns about it being over-damped. Not from anyone that actually had one, just speculation. I decided not to be a trailblazer. If you bought it, I'd be interested in hearing your impressions once you have it set up. |
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