yes that’s the correct cartridge and I’m looking at both pieces and will move on from my Audio Research PH9.
Seeking opinions on the Luxman PD151 and EQ500 combination
Merry Christmas to all!!
Interested in feedback on the Luxman PD151 turntable, MC5 cartridge and EQ500 equalizer phono amp combination. Several years ago I got back into the music scene and bought a Project S-Berycxx with a Sumiko Songbird cartridge. Combined with that I added an Audio Research PH-9 a couple years later. I have enjoyed vinyl more than I thought I would and have a nice collection Jazz music, primarily. I'm considering adding the above Luxman set up but before I do, would love feedback from fellow Audiogoner's. Currently, I feel that my weakest link is my turntable but my PH-9 makes it sound so much better.
My current set-up is Audio Research 160S amplifier, REF6SE pre-amplifier, with Wilson Alexia V speakers and 2 REL S812 subs. I have a Grimm MU-1 Streamer and a Nagra Tube Dac with separate PSU. I use Roon exclusively and have subscriptions to Qobuz and Tidal. Cabling is mostly Transparent Reference with some Audience Front Row and Black Cat cables as well. I feel that my digital section is superb, for me, but would like to take up my turntable and analog section a notch.
Appreciate your insights in advance.
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@elliottbnewcombjr @lewm @kingdeezie Well, I made the plunge! I ended up purchasing the table and phono stage and traded in my Audio Research PH-9. First spin was Dave Brubeck Take 5….and WOW! Significant improvement over my Project S Bercyx and PH-9. Incredible detail with outstanding bass and mid bass and overall detail. Thanks so much for the honest feedback and without the commentary I would have kept the PH-9.
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I did get the dust cover. It pops off easily while playing. I think the Sumiko is Low Output, as I recall. I did buy this with less than 50 hours on it so I didn’t really have any choices. I figured that I would get to know the ins and outs on this unit and broaden my horizons with a different cart down the road. I was able to set this up and get it going in a decent amount of time but make no mistake I am a novice’s novice when it comes to adjusting, etc. So, you can count on me to ask some questions from you guys, the experts. I do think it is a skill that has high upside based on how the growth of TT’s have been in the last 5-10 years. I had my heart set on a Vertere audio TT but am really happy I paused and went this route. I’m actually pretty shocked with the musicality of the two pieces versus my ARC and My Project which I will be keeping. I appreciate all of your feedback and this really happened fast with a phone call that this was available. |