I went from the 2.2 to the Phantom II, upgraded it to Supreme, and then bought a second one, replacing a current-model Triplanar. So you know what my my recommendation would be. All the Phantoms are a step up from the 2.2, with each successive incarnation more so. Other than Phantoms, I’d look toward a used Kuzma 4 Point. Been wanting to try one for a while myself. Not sure it’s any better but it’s definitely a well designed and executed arm with easy adjustments and the capability to swap out cartridges easily, things I appreciate about Grahams.
Stepping Up From A Graham 2.2 On A Basis Audio Debut Deck
Hello,
I’ve a Basis Audio Debut Gold Standard with the acrylic armboard, and a Graham 2.2 installed.
I’d like to try a new arm in the $5K price range but I need something that’s drop-in compatible with the Graham, as I can’t/won’t drill any holes in the armboard.
I thought there’d be a database of compatible arms, perhaps on Vinyl Engine, but I couldn’t find anything. I’d like to use an Origin Live, but I haven’t heard back from Mark and David yet as I think they’re busy at the UK show. Looking at one of their manuals it doesn’t look like it’s going to be feasible without some kind of bracket.
I’m not married to the OL idea, I just want a step up from the 2.2 without a lot of hassle, and I’ve used their Illustrious arm on a previous deck and liked it a lot.
Has anyone gone down this path? What arm did you use? Was it a worthwhile improvement? Was it easy to install and set up?
(I do have the Dr. Feickert jig).
Thanks in advance for any tips.
Rooze
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@rooze , congrats on your Phantom. I skipped the original version, holding onto my 2.2 mainly because its lighter weight was better-suited to the suspension of my turntable at the time, a Michell Orbe SE. When I changed to a non-suspended deck, the Phantom II was out. I went to that and it was a clear improvement over the 2.2. I have little doubt that the first version was, too, given reports at the time. Enjoy! |