Eminent technology et2 on Linn Lp12

As most experienced audiophiles know, the “theory” does not always jibe with what is heard. In the case of the ET2/Denon 103 combo I can confirm what ct0517 describes. My first experience with the 103(D) was many years ago when I only had the aluminum armwand and before I upgraded to the High Pressure manifold/bearing (not the 2.5). I did have single and double leaf springs. The double leaf spring improved matters significantly. No bloated mid bass and diffuse images compared to the single leaf spring; and, somewhat surprisingly, an annoying band of unnatural brightness in the lower highs. Upgrading to the high pressure manifold/bearing improved matters significantly with greatly improved clarity and linearity and perceived “speed”. The magnesium arm wand was the icing on the cake and finally showed, for me, what all the fuss re the 103 was about. No Monster SG2000 (my favorite on the ET2), but very nice in a “vintage” kind of way. A gross generalization to be sure, but a sound reminiscent of classic tube gear.

pkvintage, the ET2 is a fabulous arm.  I have owned it for well over twenty years and have done a great deal of tweaking and experimenting with it.  I cannot stress enough what an invaluable resource Chris (ct0517) and his thread are for setup/maintenance  info both inside and outside the box.  I strongly encourage you to take any of his suggestions very seriously.  The logic in his approach to this arm is matched only by his ability to choose his battles and to stay cool under fire 😊.  Good luck.