I would not describe the Koetsu sound as "samey" or homogenizing. They have a very dynamic sound, 3D imaging, never fatiguing. I agree that Koetsu's have a special presentation of midrange but it only emphasizes the musical information that other carts miss. I bet the vermilion is an amazing cart on the correct tonearm.
Nature of Koetsu carts
I’ve been considering an Urushi Vermilion but from many reviews of Koetsu
carts in general, I’m left with the impression that each one has a midrange
sound that would make all your records present with a ‘samey’, boring
midrange.
what is your experience?
carts in general, I’m left with the impression that each one has a midrange
sound that would make all your records present with a ‘samey’, boring
midrange.
what is your experience?