Grace F9 question

Hi Mofimadness,
Thanks for your reply. The database seems to be contradictory and I'm hoping someone has specific knowledge, like original owners manuals - specs.

According to the database most of the F9 series has 3.5mV out, 1700 ohms impedance. The F9-L is listed as 5.5mV/1700 ohms. Having the same impedance suggests the same coils. It seems unlikely that the magnets would be that much stronger as to boost the output from 3.5 to 5.5mV. The F9 Gold is also listed at 5.5mV. The database doesn't have inductance.

I remember the F9 Ruby from the '80s and everyone thought the F9 series, specifically the F9-E was the same cart w/different stylus.
Regards,

I heard the original Ruby back in the '80s. Unfortunately, I didn't get one. I was into MCs.
I'm trying to determine if the ones listed as having 5.5mV output have the same generator.

I have no doubt that an F9 w/Soundsmith rebuild or stylus assembly is excellent, but what's the difference with the L and Gold?
Regards,

Thanks for all the replies. The two models listed with higher output is still a bit of a mystery.

Mofimadness, PM sent. Thank you.

Regards,

It appears as if the bodies all have the same generator.

The L and Gold with 5.5mV must have stronger magnets. Those two could be the exceptions. Are the magnets attached to the stylus assembly?

For those in need, Soundsmith makes a complete replacement including the carrier.
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