Clearaudio Stradivari


Im wondering what others are using for a stepup/preamp for this cartridge. Im currently using a 1:10 step up which presents a load of 470 ohms. Thinking of trying a higher step up ratio.
rccc
Hi Rccc & Cerrot
one VERY important (maybe obvious) thing I did not mention in my 'SUT loading out-line' above it the QUALITY of resistor needed.
This actually applies to 'normal' non-SUT loading as well. The BEST is just good enough.
So what's the best to me this far?

NOS Shinkoh Tantalum 1/2 watt non-inductive and NON-MAGNETIC (1/4 watt not available to my knowledge).
Next just Tantalum, alas the are magnetic but still 1 1/2 miles ahead of all other Rs I tried.
It makes one BIG difference when e.g. compared to using 1/4 watt five-band metal-film Rs.

I just though that was in need to be mentioned.
Greetings,
Axel