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LONDON Decca, Tzar DST and similar cartridges

I have always been curious about these phono cartridges and the Stereophile review of the Tzar DST has heightened my interest. When I read about the peculiarities of these cartridges, I am put off from trying them. Can anyone offer persuasive reasons to try them and also provide real practical advice on how to make them work reliably?  Tonearm suggestions? Phono preamp suggestions? Damping recommendations? How badly do they grind out record grooves?  Any other words of advice? Thanks. 
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edgewear
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@howardalex, I'm curious about this one-off PW-1 version of the FR7. Do you have any info you might like to share?

edgewear
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@howardalex, a while ago there was some talk on this forum about 'special' FR7's with unbelievable specs. Very rare and perhaps aimed at the professional market, as you suggest. In any case, it appears you are in possession of something truly special! 
The FZ version is usually quoted as the best of the regular models, but I have come to prefer the MC 702. Another peculiar and rare one, apparently the last of the FR7's and supposedly aimed at the European market. Whatever the case may be, it is exquisite.

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