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Any thoughts on the Avid Acutus?

Would be replacing Oracle Delphi V, Triplanar IV, Koetsu Rosewood Signature Platinum with the Avid, Triplanar VI, Benz Micro LP Ebony. My ears tell me I'd be nicely enhancing my former rig's sound with a similar but more dynamic sonic signature. Or is this an expensive lateral move?
khrys
narrod
1,064 posts
 
Sounds like an expensive lateral move to me.
flyingred
139 posts
 
I don't understand why you are contemplating changing the whole rig! Why not try a different cartridge first to move the sonic signature in the direction you're seeking (assuming that your phono stage is up to the task).

One of the Zyx range (R100 or higher) would be the easy option - they are fashionable currently - so you could try one out and if it's not to your liking you could sell it on without losing too much.
pcosta
240 posts
 
Hello

I think it is more than a lateral move as the Acutus is a much better table and you are also improving your Triplanar a couple of generations.
I would change the table and arm but keep your cart and you will notice the differences.
Moves like this are always expensive for small improvements unfortunately.
If you can do go for it.
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