Thanks Syntax. I'd like to try a Koetsu but currently I can only support a high output cartridge so I'd have to buy a different phono or step-up which will put me well over my budget. Still considering one however, since I just sold my CDP to help finance the purchase. I did note from your system page that you didn't seem to care for the several Koetsu's quite a bit upstream from the Black that you tried. Curious why you are recommending one.
The New Clearaudio Ovation
I started another thread a couple of days ago but no responses, so I’ll ask a little differently. I recently purchased the Clearaudio Ovation and I’m using an Audio Note IQIII cartridge which was carried over from my previous Audio Note TT. I'm noticing some brightness in the new setup that was not there with the AN TT. My new table was professionally set up and I run all tubes so I’m thinking the brightness may be a mismatch with the arm/cartridge combo. Ideally, I would like to smooth things out and warm things up and I’m considering the Clearaudio Maestro or maybe one of the Grado wood bodies, but I’m open to suggestions. Budget is $1k - $2k. I will be buying the cartridge new. Anyone have any experience with these cartridges (ideally with a Clearaudio arm/table) Any help or comments would be very much appreciated.
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