Breakdown of Turntable Performance


Over the years I've read numerous reviews of turntables, arms, platters, and plinths.  I always wondered how much these individual components contributed to the overall sound.  Here's my take:
Cartridge - 80%
Arm - 10%
Platter - 5%
Plinth - 5%
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Ideally it should be:
Cartridge 100%
Arm, Platter and Plinth 0%

With the very best tables and arms I would say:
Cartridge 90%
Arm 4%
Platter 1%
Plinth 1%
Outside influences 4%

With a typical mid Fi table:
Cartridge 70%
Arm 10%
Platter 4%
Plinth 12%
Outside influences 4%