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Andy Kim - Needle Clinic
Ive had nothing be outstanding success with Andy. More than not a stylus cleaning was all that was necessary for the 7 or 8 cartridges i have sent him. First class work and communication. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
On the moving mag subject signet tk10ml microline is a beast. Mounted on a technics epa 100 headshell. Using epa 250 tracking at 1.2 g. To get appx 89 degree slant I have the Vta rather high in the rear. Along with proper loading and capacitance f... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Professor I will give 155 an audition as soon as I get enough of the sweet sound 7cla is delivering and the smile comes off my face. My goodness you said a mouth full with that slight laid back statement with 250. I know I've found the contender f... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Professor many thanks for all of your knowledge and assistance regarding technics epa 250 arm. Also Eric your handy work getting this awesome vintage arm to mount in your home made pod was sweet. This has aallowed me to enjoy a solid gold musical ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hello professer and thanks for the info. The stock cable was not provided so I'm going to use one of Eric's home brews. I have a fair number of cartridges that fit into recommended types. Hopefully all arrives in top shape so I can have some fun w... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hello professor since my failed buy of epa 100 fell through I've been looking. Well I was able to get a 250 arm and 500 base. Knowing your use of this combo wanted to get your thoughts on that beast. My concern is the connection between arm and ba... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hello Professor and many thanks for your experience and knowledge of at stylus. Can i ask if you may have experimented with other than original replacement. Like i have with the 155 /160 combo. I guess im wondering if all micro lines are alike. As... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hello all this may have been discussed and I missed it. On a at 155 or 160, now that replacement stylus has dryed up would a 440mla be a good alternative. I just picked up a tk10ml advertised with 100 hours. Haven't received it yet and no doubt re... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
hello Raul tube technology does go back much further than 40 years. and whats very interesting other audio lovers have moved to tubed gear. almost like vinyl but more, the popularity of tubed gear is way up. in the end tubed gears very simple circ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hello Raul I have to differ with you on your point limited quality from other than our favorite cartridges. Its impossible to audition all modern gear. I've had my share and thought I was getting all the musical enjoyment possible. When Eric lent ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hello Professor no i did not remember the sn from installation. I totally agree with your thoughts on performance i can listen all day after warm up its one after the other lp with the musical enjoyment im looking for. Hello Danny you know how i f... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Have signet tk7cla mounted on micro 505 and its just wonderful. Andy did a refresh and all stock otherwise. I understand professor all that you have said about this wonderful cartridge. tracking at 1g slight rise on the tail and flat out enjoying ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hey Danny after listening to both the 155lc and 160ml i would lean to the 160 more detail and upper treble both are very good and my favorite MM. Cant seem to bring myself to swap out 155 on triplaner anytime soon. Going to swap out Grace f9 with ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hello Raul it seems SN is now out of stock with 20ss 155lc and 160ml to bad. Our favorites are going going gone. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Danny I bought a 160lc stylus instead of a 155 for my 155 body from stereo needles. No problems and fast shipping. Also bought a 20ss same result.