2. analog
  3. 1308606215

Lyra and VPI Scout

Do Lyra cartridges work well with VPI Scout? I had a Benz H2, sounded horrible, could never get it to track well. I think it is defective and Benz is not handling it. I am currently using a older Benz Glider high output, tracks great, same table and alignment tool, go figure. I have a new phono preamp (Xono) that will accept all kinds of cartridge loads and liked the way a Lyra sounded on my friends old Mission table with a Mechanic tonearm. My table and that one are not in the same league but I wanted to know of anyone else is using Lyra cartridges with the Scout. I was looking at either a Delos or a Helikon. I am not sure about the compatibility with a jmw 9 tonearm.
tzh21y
draconis
11 posts
 
I'm using a Benz Wood H2 on my Classic and its fantastic. That said Lyra and VPI are always a good match...
tzh21y OP
1,654 posts
 
Given my experiences with Benz, and their customer support, the chances of me purchsing another one are slim to none. Originally, My friend had an issue with the Lyra riding too low and he had another one in days. That is the service we should expect, not the run around that I received.
stevecham
3,340 posts
 
Lyra cartridges are quite compatible with VPI arms. Go with the Delos or Kleos over the Helikon, which is what I currently own on a JMW 10.5i. Jonathann Carr confirms that either of these models are a step up in performance over the Helikon.
miketuason
333 posts
 
I just bought a used VPI Scout with Lyra Argo cart. The best I can describe it is, literally gave me goosebumps the first time I played it. It really sounded like the VPI and the LYRA are made for each other.
stevecham
3,340 posts
 
I too have concluded that, after owning and using so many different cartridge manufacturer's products over the years, Lyra is my cartridge company for life. Tracking, sound, durability are all superb. They work extremely well on VPIs unipivot arms, as well as the Traveler gimballed design. Currently running Delos and Helikon carts on my VPI tables.
More to discover