DaVinci Tonearm

I doubt the comparison with the Triplanar can be valid if the Dynavector is not broken in. It takes time to break in & changes constantly during the break in process. In addition the breakin takes 100 hours or more. Last, you will need to keep VTA & VTF constant between both arms for the comparison to be valid.

Karl-Heinz,

I understand you opinion but from my experience there is no absolute. No 2 cartridges are 100% the same and in addition different arms will react differently with different cartridges. Thomas' ZYX was much better in my SQ while my ZYX is better in my Ikeda. It is even better depending on the headshell, so far prefering the Dynavector headshell over the Ikeda headshell. There really is no true rule. Kind of funny. We need to experiment & use our ears. No forums can replace that.

Mind you I have not heard anything as natural in sound as the Schroder.

Logenn,

The 10 vs 12 would be a Mass question in terms of cartridge matching. Also some cartridges work better in 12inch arms than 9 inch. I haven't but I would bet a cartridge that is very low compliance will benefit on the 12 inch. The Kuzma is reported here to prefer very light weight & light VTF cartridges. Correct me if I am wrong.