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Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hi Ecir, agree thoroughly enjoying mine but IIRC the break-in period relates more to suspension free-up and the ability to deliver clearer deeper bass.Thought it's been reported here that around 40hrs and things come into focus - I've notice bass ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
am 10hrs into breaking in an AT20ss stylus on an AT15sla motor - understand only 30-40hrs to go - what a painsurely there's a market for a "cartridge break-in device" that excites the stylus with the right set of frequencies to do the break-in aut... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Lewm, Some relevant info re Acutex which may explain: http://www.lencoheaven.net/forum/index.php?topic=6675.msg116386Alex L 
Conrad Johnson LP70s and Sonus Faber Cremona
Cheers BJ, Ed from CJ has kindly replied and advises that the output trannies will cope fine with the low impedance an that as a match sound quality should be fine, but loudness/room size may control loudness.Not a problem for me as I don't listen... 
Conversion of Primare A30.2 amp
appreciate this is an old thread, but recently looked into this and spoke to a Primare tech - the transformers are different so either a transformer change (won't be cheap) or need an external step down tranny to feed 115V.Cheers,Alex L 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hi Timeltel,Re your AT25e stylus and that never-to-be-repeated vendor, I recommend to strategically place a very small identifying mark that doesn't outwardly detract visually from the stylus in any way (in case of future ID) and simply return it ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Not wanting to divert this thread back to subs, but wanted to say thanks for inspiring me to do something I've been meaning to do for a while. My Arcam DV27A doubles as a decent cd player with dedicated stereo/sub outs but also has on-board high p... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
for anybody interested in an AT24 NOS you can find one that for some reason hasn't sold and much cheaper than at Pickupnaald mentioned in one of the links above with eBay seller ona1669.usual caveats - I don't know the seller nor the quality of th... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
The SME Series III originally used 200,000cst fluid - I am close to finishing a retro set-up refurb including an SMEIII and was looking for guidance on this also. FWIW here is Johnnie's (from Audioorigami) view on damping fluid for hgih compliance... 
Review: Audio-Technica USA AUDIO TECHNICA AT-20SS. Cartridge
Hi Raul, I was hoping some kind person in the US may be able to help spot a used example and I'm happy to pay a small spotters fee - then again, I guess it's every man (or person I should say) for themselves when it comes to finding the holy grail... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hi Lewm, in the words of a Monty Python skit, "how sweet it is to be an idiot"!!Cheers,Alex L 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hi Raul, echo Dean_man's comments above - how good is it for us that can't do what you do, but the sharing through this thread allows us to tap into or near the top end without burning big $ through accepting current norms.I work as an engineer in... 
Review: Audio-Technica USA AUDIO TECHNICA AT-20SS. Cartridge
Hi Ecir 38 - I have a product sheet explaining the differences between the 15 and 20ss's, sent to me by an AT employee - don't know how to attach this here - pm me and I will send you the pdf.More importantly, where do I find the cartridge????? Ev... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hi Lewm, Re "if one uses a very good quality contact enhancer after carefully cleaning the contacts to remove oxidation",are you able to discuss any products that have worked for you out of the plethora of products out there?Would be helpful for t... 
Is There An "Absolute" Best Cartridge?
Can anybody advise the differences between the Acutex 312, 315 and 320 III bodies - are they the same and it is only the stylus-cantilever that differs between the models, or is each body manufactured to different specifications? Pardon my ignoran...