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Anyone tried Soundsmith VPI Zephyr MI Cartridge

Has anyone tried or heard the Soundsmith VPI Zephyr MI Cartridge yet? I was just wondering how promising it really is. I am truly happy with my Dynavector D17 Karat Mk II and don't really think a cartridge that is the same price will bring me anything astonishing. I am curious since it is made with the VPI JMW arm in mind, I am using the Classic.
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lehulahoop
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Just set mine up this evening on the Scout with std JMW9. Like Macdadtexas, bass slam is super. Sounds big. Real simple set up and tracks as far as I can tell, great.
lehulahoop
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The one other major plus is that you can actually call and talk to Peter at Soundsmith about set up. He is super informative and nice. Try that with most any other mfg.

My eyes are burning today from staying up way too late listening to the newly installed Zephyr.
lehulahoop
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Update on set up. Originally used the VPI jig for alignment. Sounded great, but wanted to step it up a notch.

Purchased a MINT LP protractor. Wow! What a difference. So much more dialed in now in the soundstage department.

Do yourself a favor and purchase the MINT LP. Worth every penny. Plus you know your investment is sounding its best.
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