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SME IV.Vi or V tonearm: different internal wiring

I might have a problem with my SME IV.Vi's internal wiring(Magnan Vi). Naturally, I would be somewhat apprehensive about replacing it with different wire. I understand SME no longer uses the Magnan Vi. I'd appreciate any impressions you SME IV.Vi or V owners might have who have rewired with Cardas, Discovery or any other brand. Specifically, how do any of these compare soundwise with the Magnan Vi? Thanks very much.
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Thesoundhouse - If I am not mistaken, when the dynamic VTF force of the spring is set to zero, the arm can be balanced statically just like the Vi. You can make the V as simple as the Vi by turning off the VTF adjustment. With the V you have the option of either dynamic or static balancing, or both. Some set up the arm by applying half the tracking force statically, then adding the other half dynamically with the spring mechanism of the VTF control.
The internal wiring is a different issue. The best SME V internal wiring is MCS150 silver, an optional upgrade and sonically better than the standard V silver wiring. I have no experience comparing the V with the Vi.
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