I appreciate the advice from all. @mijostyn makes a good point though about how this flexible mat is designed to work with a reflex clamp. Others have indicated that Kuzma makes an expensive ebony clamp. But I’m going to assume Incan start with a different one. SOTA?
Kuzma Stabi R mat?
Just received my new Stabi R. It is a very nicely built table and sounds more present and dynamic than my previous setup. I am currently using a Etna SL on a Kuzma 4P9 on the right wing. Initial impressions are that this is a synergistic group (cartridge/arm/table) and allows deep information retrieval.
This is my first Kuzma table. In the past I used various turntable mats until I settled on the sound of the Achromat. The Kuzma looks engineered to use its own integral mat (which is cushioned) and not an aftermarket addition. Just wondering if any other Kuzma users out there use a specific matt? I am inclined to use no matt at all given the table surface seems designed to do just that. I have also never had a spindle with threads for a screw down record clamp. I have the heavier HRS record weight which did nice things with my previous table in combination with the achromat. Any one using the screw clamp with their Kuzma?
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@mijostyn I am using a Pass Labs XP-27. The Lyra SLs are amazingly resolving without being harsh. I’m sure yours will work well with your current based phono pre. When my ETNA needs a retip I’ll send it for the Lambda update for sure. |
@sbank How is the Audiomods arm treating you these days? |
@mijostyn I am using the 2212 Benchmate version that Steve at Sounds of Silence sells. (Awesome alliterations). It works great and as Fremer noted in his review long ago, even better with a Symposium Svelte shelf between the Vibraplane and the table. I’ll update system pictures soon. |
According to Thom Mackris at Galibier (my Kuzma dealer), since the introduction of the Stabi R, Kuzma no longer provides a record clamp with it new tables. They still make a screw down reflex clamp for their tables. So I could purchase that one and compare to my HRS record weight. |
@rdk777 . Did you move on to a Techdas after the Stab R? |
Agree with you @tomic601. Thom will be testing out a Kuzma reflex clamp in a couple weeks. I’m sure he will let me know what he hears. I should also be getting a Car 50 from a friend to demo. That should also be interesting. @sbank Glad you are enjoying the Audiomods. There are tangible, audible improvements to be had with a 4Point but that Audiomods arm lets plenty of information through and is a joy to use. Upgrade in due time. |
I very happy with my three main low output cartridges (Lyra Etna SL, SoundSmith Hyperion, Koetsu Rosewood Sig. Platinum). I am going to demo the Car-50, because I can, not really in the market for a new cartridge. Just having fun with the new turntable and exploring all things Kuzma.
I would also love to listen to a MSL cart in my stereo. Don’t think I’ve heard anything negative about those cartridges (other than the obvious, price). |