Cartridge De-Mag: Is it necessary?


I have a new Nottingham Horizon with Micro-Benz Ace (Low output). I have seen the Benz MC Demagnatizer listed. Is this something I really need or just a tweak for subtle improvement that only some people use.

Thanks for your opinions.
bundy

Showing 1 response by gregm

Good heavens! We need the cartridge magnets to retain their flux -- not the other way round!:)
Do head Nsgarch's & others' posts & leave the cartridges "magnetized". If you wish to get rid of STATIC build up the TT just make sure you've grounded the arm well enough -- or just touch the arm (preamp on mute -- or change the selector switch -- of course).
If a "demagnetizer" actually does what its name implies, you'll end up looking for a new cartridge! Cheers