Why not try 47K? I believe Mr Luschadek (founder of Benz) recommended that. I ran my Ebony L on 47K which sounded more open. I run my Zyx 4D that way also. From my understanding of Ralph’s (Atmasphere) explanation, the loading or not loading is dependent on the phono stage’s stability. Try it on 47K. Then try it on Benz’s recommended loading. See which one you like better
Cartridge Loading for a phono pre amp
Hello,
I have recently acquired a phono pre amp recommended by Michael Fremer. It is “THE VINYL”, from QHW audio, Spain. It got a great review. I have a Benz Micro Glider rated at 1.1MV. I have no idea how to set the dip switches for MC Load impedance for this cartridge. The options I have are as follows: 47K, 1K, 560R, 470R, 100R, and 47R. I have a solid state amp and pre-amp, and also have a sub that I use, rarely.
Any advice would be most appreciated!!