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Benz Micro Glider - Rebuild, Trade-in, or?

I have a Benz Glider cartridge that I love, but it's become decidedly left-handed. That is, the output on the right channel is diminished, so the image is heavy on the left side. The right has output, but it's reduced.  

I don't know if a rebuild service is an option, or if a Trade-in is economical.

Any advice?

 

Background - I think it's the original low output model. I got it when I purchased a Pink Triangle Anniversary Table from a local repair shop about 10 years ago. The guy said he didn't know if the cartridge was any good and just included it in the sale.

bdgregory
quincy
474 posts
 

Trade her in for a Lyra.  Overall sound is better, more enjoyable!

quincy
474 posts
 

Output and loading is almost the same, so you don't have to futz with your phono stage.

lewm
14,650 posts
 

I have owned two versions of the Glider. They were both high output types. It was that experience plus experience with two other HOMC cartridges that convinced me I don’t care for HOMC. If yours is low output, perhaps my opinion is irrelevant. But otherwise I’d opt for new. BTW, if yours is high output and if you have a quality meter, it should be safe to measure coil R.

lewm
14,650 posts
 

New and different cartridge, I meant.

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ericba
148 posts
 

Normal to change after 10 years, particularly that you got it second hand. Also wise to do so to protect your record collection.

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