Graham 2.2 or SME 309/IV/V


This is on a VPI HW19 Mark 3 turntable with a Dynavector 10x5. Cart will be upgraded too.

which leads to another question - does the Graham require a different armboard mount than the SME?

as always, thanks!
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Im not sure why it is claimed the SME has limited adjustability. I have a V and have owned Grahams and others. I check my set ups with an o'scope. I have found using the supplied alignment jig I can get equal performance compared to other arms (assuming proper cartridge compliance)The SME is fast and simple to adjust and is great for someone who swaps cartridges frequently. For me it is the most user freindly high performance arm I have used and sound wise has equaled or exceeded any other arm I have tried.
Tobes, Your right. I have never had a cartridge under perform in my V for lack of adjustment. I will confess I dont adjust VTA/SRA for every record although I have made a few spacer jigs for setup with specific cartridges. Im not knocking those other arms but I find I get the same performance with the V with very little fuss.