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TIME TO REPLACE THE XTZ

I run a LP-12/VAL/GRACE-707 into an Adcom 565 preamp.
Happy with what it does to the Tab 2's through my slightly modified Audionics CC-2. But, things have gotten tired on the cartridge front.
I love the stage it presents. The detail is wonderfull when matched with my system.
I hate the woofer flutter. I hate the price too.
With the sound of a high end Grado in mind, my biggest lure being the soundstage and detail, what have any of ou found for 250.00 or less retail? (I must stick with MM.)
Anyone heard he Van Alstine green-horn grado thingy??
Any other good carts that image? Or should I just bite the bullet and send the thing back to them for a rebuild?
I would welcome any personal experiences you could share.
gumbydammit

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jimbo3
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I agree with Ivanj's comment that a high output MC might work well for you but, in your price range, you're going to be looking at MM. If you could move up a bit, alot of folks here on 'Gon have been raving about the Denon 103. If you must stick with your budget, the Grado Prestige series might be worth investigating.

The 707 is a pretty light arm, as I remember. Before you finalize anything, check back on this forum for other's experience with the combo you are leaning toward.

Regards
Jim
jimbo3
304 posts
 
Gumby- Seems like there is a fairly good market for the 707 if you are looking to sell. You might be able to fetch close to a couple hundred and then turn around and find a used RB-250 with the OL mods plus another armboard for not much more. Heck, you probably wouldn't mind the table being down for a month or so while you're in-between arms- you're going to be on the water for the next few months anyway!

BTW- Are you a rag-hauler or stink-boater?

Regards
Jim
jimbo3
304 posts
 
Taking Twl's idea a step further, you could use the alcohol stove to create steam to create enough electricity to power the Remote Magnetic Pulse Drive System for an SL1200, then turn the deck into a dance floor.

BTW- I'm a sailor. Race and Cruise. Like you, a fleet owner.

Regards
Jim
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