Cartridge Recommendations


Hi all. I am potentially looking for an all-rounder to pair with my Da Vinci Grandezza 12", on a TW Raven AC. I have a Kondo IO-m which is likely going to Japan for some work. The idea is to get an all-rounder. At this stage, considering everything (of course the Da Vinci cart - but never met anyone who has owned one), so all suggestions are welcome. Synergy with the arm is critical (not changing arms). Phono at this stage is unclear, but am auditioning a Nagra VPS and enjoying it.

Many thanks in advance.
hatari

Showing 1 response by glai

Most of the suggestions will work. I have mounted titan i, xv1t, airtight PC1 and the supreme, my sonic lab ultraeminent on the Davinci. The 12inch Davinci can illustrate the differences amoung the above carts but it will not maximize their differences. I feel the 12inch davinci arm itself has a fairly strong sonic signature yet enjoyable on classical music. With no azimuth adj., VTA requiring manual pull up, lack of fine VTF adjustment, patience is a must to get the most out of the carts. I would favor the titan but the MSL is very good as well. THe ultraeminent had better microdynamics and resolution than the airtight. The PC1 and supreme had lots of bass quantity. The lyra and dynavector have faster transients.

Good luck.