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Clearaudio Concept with Hana E or S series?

Just received my used Clearaudio Concept TT in pristine condition (thanks Joe.)  Now I'm in the market for a cartridge. I'm 99% sold on the Hana product. In the reviews, they state that the S model is marginally better 
but really benefits from more expensive tonearms. The arm on the Concept is the Verify (lowest rung on the
Clearaudio ladder.)  That said, would I be buying to much cartridge (S model) for the tonearm I have?

Comments?





markj941
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racedoc
80 posts
 
Hi Mark,

I would suggest that this is more a question of tonality than
of price tags.

The elliptical diamond in the "E" gives a slightly warmer sound
whereas the sharper "S" gives a little more resolution and top end.

So you should ask yourself which tonality is the better match
to the rest of your system and your desires.
winoguy17
1,119 posts
 
 Well, ask yourself this:  Would I rather have a very good cartridge, good enough to make different arms discernible,or should I scrimp and get something cheaper? I think the arm you have is surely good enough to warrant a decent cartridge. The Hana SL is very good and it really isnt that expensive. Elusive Disc is running specials. Good luck with whatever you decide.
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