Unless you have any particular reason NOT to choose the Arkiv, I would stick with the Linn setup. The mechanics of the LP12/Ekos/Archive are also optimized (can't comment on the Lyra, but optimizing interfaces goes beyond just the arm mass/catridge compliance). I find the Arkiv tracks poorly (Dave Grusin's "eye of the sparrow", to name but one). This bothers me a whole lot but it doesn't appear to bother most people. This is why I stuck with my (Linn) re-tipped Asaka. Never heard any tracking problems with the Asaka, Karma, Troika (Supex) cartridges.
Linn Arkiv or Lyra Helikon?
I want to upgrade my cartridge. I have a Linn LP12/Lingo/Ekos with a Benz Micro Glider. Common wisdom would suggest that the LP12/Arkiv combo would be ideal, but the Lyra Helikon has gotten so much good press that I have to wonder.
My other components are: Plinius SA102 amp, Plinius M16 Pre, Linn Linto phono stage and Verity Parsifal Encore speakers. The system sounds wonderful, but I am a bit concerned that it is almost a bit too lush.
Any comments would be greatly appreciated.
My other components are: Plinius SA102 amp, Plinius M16 Pre, Linn Linto phono stage and Verity Parsifal Encore speakers. The system sounds wonderful, but I am a bit concerned that it is almost a bit too lush.
Any comments would be greatly appreciated.